COMMON DESIGN MISTAKES | Kitchen Design Mistakes (plus how to fix them!)

COMMON DESIGN MISTAKES | Kitchen Design Mistakes (plus how to fix them!)
Watch this video before embarking on your kitchen remodel!

So excited to roll out our brand NEW SERIES: common design mistakes and how to effectively fix them. I’ll be showing you top mistakes I see time and time again and offer my solutions on how to fix them and get you going in the right direction. This series will cover everything from kitchens and bedrooms, to living spaces, dining rooms, bathrooms, and home offices. If there are any other rooms or design details you want to see common mistakes for, please leave me your suggestions in the comments below.

Catch up with our Common Design Mistakes Series:

KEY KITCHEN MEASUREMENTS AT A GLANCE

Doorways and Walkways
• Doors: 32 in wide (80 cm) minimum
• Passageways through the kitchen (without doors): 36 in wide (90 cm) minimum

Work Triangle
• Sum of the distance between cooktop, refrigerator and sink: 27 ft (820 cm) maximum
• Each stretch of the triangle: between 4 ft (120 cm) and 9 ft (275 cm)

Countertop Space
• Countertop space: 150 total in (380 cm) minimum
• Lower cabinets depth: 24 in (60 cm) minimum depth
• Space between upper cabinets and lower cabinets: 18 in (45 cm) minimum
• Prep sink: 24 in (60 cm) minimum on one side, 18 in (45 cm) minimum on the other side
• Cooktop: 12 in (30 cm) minimum on one side, 18 in (45 cm) minimum on the other side
• Refrigerator: 15 in (40 cm) minimum countertop to the side
• Separate oven: 15 in (40 cm) minimum countertop to the side
• Cooktop on Island: 9 in (22 cm) minimum beyond the burners
• Backsplash: 3 in (8 cm) high minimum

Appliances
• Dishwasher: 36 in (90 cm) maximum from the sink
• Dishwasher distance between any adjacent appliances, cabinets, or other obstacles: 21 in (50 cm) minimum
• Hood: 30 in (75 cm) above stove or according to manufacturer instructions.
• Microwave under countertop: 15 in (40 cm) minimum clearance to floor
• Refrigerator: 15 in (40 cm) minimum clearance above
• Prep Sink: 24 in (60 cm) minimum

Furniture
• Stools: 30 in (75 cm) wide per stool
• Bars at Counter Height (36 in/90 cm): 15 in (40 cm) for legroom
• Bars at Bar Height (42 in/105 cm): 12 in (30 cm) for legroom
• Space behind stools and chairs to wall: 36 in (90 cm)
• Space behind stools and chairs with walkway: 48 in (120 cm)

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TOPICS and TIMESTAMPS
0:00 Introduction
2:10 Space Planning: function first and planning the work triangle!
7:43 Choosing Appliances and Logistics: where does everything go?
12:45 Storage and Customizations: storage and custom interior fittings
15:15 Materials, Finishes, and Style: countertops, tile, flooring, fixtures, hardware
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[audreydonohue]

I have been studying interior design part-time for 6 months, with a lot emphasis the last month on kitchen design. This video has been incredibly helpful and honestly I learned more in this 27 minute video about kitchen design than I have done in my course. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and expertise in such a clear and concise way!! Such a useful video!

[madalenapataco]

Thank you for the "translations" to metric sistem! Saves a lot of time!

[myplaylists]

I think I’m in love.... a design youtuber who ACTUALLY knows design AND thinks as in depth as I do 🤩

[gabriellamilgromco]

I've designed a lot of kitchens and been brought in to "solve" kitchen issues from clients late in the game. This video is incredibly comprehensive and touches on the main items of consideration in the right process to follow when designing a kitchen. Only thing I would elaborate more on is the planning process/ coordination with contractor for the long lead time items (appliances, materials, cabinets etc.) so that a thorough schedule can be created based on ideal timeframe to start and ordering timelines worked backwards so that you're not left in a situation where progress on site is stalled because you are waiting on critical items to arrive -- this causes trades to go to different jobs and your timeline gets grossly stretched and difficult to get people back after a long lag.

[lolasteward]

Laundry room design. I mean a real working laundry room that is utilitarian and also has to store vacuum cleaner, mops, broom, and paper goods ( t.p., napkins, paper towels, etc).

[donnaschindlbeck]

You are so right with your comments about hiring a designer! They are worth their weight in gold for a major kitchen remodel. Ours designed a dog feeding station, a cabinet for table leaves, a cubbie for a collapsible stool and a specific height for the microwave. Love this series!

[MichelleF]

I redid my home incl. The kitchen 6 months ago. I did the design myself and after 7 years of knowing what I needed changed and what annoyed me, it was pretty easy. I'm glad to see that I thought of all the things you mentioned - which is probably why my kitchen is my favorite space in the home. 😁

[jessraven]

This is probably one of the most informative and useful videos I’ve seen on YouTube. Great job! I’m looking forward to the rest of the series.

[pimpomartinez]

Greatest YouTube video I’ve seen for renovating a Kitchen.

[chathurachandrasiri]

Excellent line up of information with no unnecessary chatter in between. The knowledge you share is nowhere to find even in thousand books.
Highly appreciate your work Julie!

[charsd]

Omg I LOVE how you give a road map for your videos and so thoughtfully organize your advice. It really reflects how thoughtful you are as a designer while also helping people learn how to think like a designer! Keep it coming <3

[brendabethel]

Very detailed and organized presentation everytime. No wasted chatter. I love your videos.

[tiarrab.]

This video was so AWESOME Julie!!!! I am definitely going to save this series as I plan out my fixer upper dream home! WOW!!!! I can't wait for the entire series! I don't think you mentioned "Laundry Room". I think that Laundry Rooms are one of the most forgotten rooms in the home. PLEASE include that room as well! ❤️❤️❤️👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[carolaltom]

"Contractors are not designers." That is so true! Don't make the mistake I made and ask their opinion on cabinet color! Ugh!

[judyo.]

Thank you for mentioning the "insisting on an island" detail. I come across clients all the time who think it's no biggie to cram an island into their space, when in actuality, it's just not logical. It's just math, like you said. And the cart solution is a great thing to promote, as the availability of nicer carts has skyrocketed. Good job Julie. Keep it up.

[dotdm]

excellent presentation, it's like watching a webinar.

[tomruth]

As a kitchen designer and cabinetmaker, I can only agree with the concepts outlined here. Also, I'm impressed with the photos of the kitchens shown. Great video.

[theboumafamily]

Can you please do a video on walk in closets!! Love this series. Finding it very helpful for our building project

[elizabethmah]

Thanks Julie for helping me avoid serious potential mistakes while designing my new kitchen. Much appreciated.

[sirwiddlescabbagebaker]

I'm 16 and when I was 15 I set my mind to one day build my dream home from the ground up. And when I made the decision to one day build my own home, I instantly started making the floor plan (blueprint). I am of course long way from being done with it, as I keep on getting brilliant ideas and making changes to the plan. That's why I have started to watch these kinds of videos so I am informed and know not to make some ridiculous floor plan and layout. Also, tysm for your vids, am so glad I found u 🤗