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This is my first systematic article. Earlier, I wrote three articles about the design, storage and purchase of cabinets. In the medium term, we plan to gradually improve all kinds of customized furniture, and in the later period, we will mainly design detailed dimensions for various parts of the home.

The most important thing in a home is not the surrounding walls, but the size of all kinds of furniture and space that exist in it. Only the right size can make our life more comfortable. Therefore, my article focuses on the size, dynamic line and modular design of each part so that it can use it directly.

The design focuses on the design of Nakajima module, lighting design and other details. Other parts belong to basic knowledge, and those who have a certain understanding of cabinets can skip it.

Introduction and dimensions of 0 1 cabinet

1, cabinets and countertops

Function introduction

Generally, it is divided into three functional areas: stove area, vegetable preparation area and basin area, which are also necessary areas for all kitchens.

(1) Kitchen area: it is the area used for cooking at ordinary times. Generally speaking, this area consists of stoves and hoods or integrated stoves.

The advantage of integrated stove is that it can save the cost of a section of cabinets and countertops, but the disadvantage is that it reduces the storage space of about half of cabinets.

(2) Vegetable preparation area: The area usually used for cutting vegetables and arranging ingredients is an area that is easily overlooked by everyone. But this is also an important area. If the food preparation area is too small, it will lead to chaos in the kitchen when cooking.

There are generally two ways to solve the problem that the vegetable preparation area is too small. One is to temporarily change some basin areas into vegetable preparation areas through chopping boards, and the other is to increase vegetable preparation areas through Nakajima.

(3) basin area: this is mainly the part of washing vegetables and washing dishes. Personally, I suggest that the bigger the single basin, the better, whether it is washing pots or things.

There are three ways to install the basin: upper basin, lower basin and taichung basin (special integrated basin also belongs to taichung basin).

The difference lies in the position relationship between the basin edge and the countertop. The upper basin is on the table, the lower basin is on the table, and the middle basin is flush with the table.

Personally, I recommend the basin under the platform, because the basin above the platform is inconvenient to take care of and the technical requirements for the installation of the basin above the platform are too high.

Size design

The first is the countertop.

Depth: There are generally three sizes: 350 mm, 550 mm and 600 mm.. 350 mm is mainly used for sideboards and sub-countertops. When the kitchen is narrow and small, the most commonly used 600 mm countertop is more comfortable to operate.

Height: the normal height is generally, height/2+50 mm. Generally, the stove area is 80mm lower than other areas, and the high-low switch is generally located in the corner. It is not recommended to distinguish between the basin area and the dish preparation area, otherwise the countertop will be too incoherent.

Changing the height of the cabinet is usually adjusted from one of the desktop thickness, cabinet height and foundation height. The most common methods are to increase or decrease the thickness of the desktop and adjust the height of the base.

Width: All areas of the kitchen countertop need to be reserved with a certain width.

1. In the hearth area, in addition to the width of the hearth, generally more than 300mm is reserved on the left and right, as shown in Figure A, which is used for stretching the arms and placing the dishes during cooking;

2. Generally speaking, the width of the food preparation area needs to be greater than 800 mm If it is too small, it will not be displayed when arranging food.

3. Generally, in addition to the width of the basin, at least 300mm should be reserved on the side far away from the food preparation area, as shown in area B, and the bowl chopsticks are drained as shown in area B. However, because the overall width of the countertop is not enough, the bowl chopsticks can be discarded, and the bowl chopsticks can be drained in the pool or bowl basket (with drainage tray). At the same time, dishwashers are becoming more and more popular, so they can be discarded.

Second, the cabinet

Depth: The general depth is 550mm, which can meet the use of normal hardware. If you need IKEA hardware, you need to adjust it to 600 mm. Due to non-standard requirements, the cost may increase.

Height: Generally speaking, the height of the cabinet is between 650 mm and 800 mm, but you don't need to consider it yourself. Generally, there are standard sizes.

Width: Generally, it is selected between 600 mm and 900 mm, and the final width is mainly determined according to the hardware, while considering the consistency of the cabinet door.

2. Hanging cabinet

Function introduction

Almost every kitchen has components whose main function is to supplement the vertical storage space.

The main disadvantage is that things are too high, although there are hardware to make up for it, but the cost performance is not high because of the high cost. It can be combined with open grid to improve convenience.

Size design

Depth: 300 mm -400 mm, mainly determined by the depth of the basement. If it is too deep, it is easy to meet.

Height: Generally speaking, the height of the hanging cabinet should not be greater than the height of the ground cabinet, which is likely to cause a top-heavy feeling. Therefore, the height of the hanging cabinet is generally between 500mm-800mm.

Width: generally not more than 800 mm, the width of a single door is less than 400 mm.

Hanging height: generally covered, the hanging cabinet needs to be hung at 1700mm- 1800mm, and the sideboard can be hung at 1400 mm- 1600 mm. ..

3. High cabinet

Function introduction

High cabinets are generally divided into three types: refrigerator high cabinets, electrical high cabinets and storage high cabinets.

(1) refrigerator cabinet: Generally speaking, the main function of this cabinet is to look good as a whole, because the cabinets on the refrigerator are generally not open. As for the choice of refrigerator size, besides the size of your own kitchen, you should also look at your cooking habits. If you like baking, you should recommend double doors.

(2) Electrical cabinet: mainly used for placing ovens, steamers, dishwashers, microwave ovens, etc. It is as deep as the top and bottom, and its depth and width are basically 600 mm. ..

(3) High storage cabinet: Generally, this kind of high cabinet will only be used when the home area is relatively large. It is more convenient to take items with the help of monster hardware, but the cost is higher.

Size design

Depth: It is generally located beside the table. In order to facilitate the installation of various embedded appliances, the depth is generally 600 mm.

Height: it is in the same plane as the highest hanging cabinet, with good visual effect, generally 2200mm-2400mm.

Width: designed according to the respective sizes of embedded appliances, refrigerators and hardware.

4. Nakajima

Function introduction

The standard of general open kitchen can be said to be a collection of various functions.

It is not only an extension of the food preparation area, but also a temporary dining table. At the same time, it has a powerful storage function. How to use it mainly depends on where your needs are.

A small detail is that sockets can be arranged on the island to facilitate the use of various kitchen appliances and mobile phones.

Size design

There is no fixed rule about the size of Nakajima. It depends on how you use it. See the layout for details.

5, sideboard

Function introduction

Although it is used in restaurants, it is usually custom-made cabinets. Mainly used for storage in restaurants, and can also be used as an independent western chef.

Size design

Depth: as a western chef, the depth is generally 600 mm and the depth is 350 mm.

If it is used for storage, the lower part is 450 mm deep and the upper part is 250 mm deep, and the middle can be disconnected or connected.

Height: generally no more than 2400 mm

Width: It varies with the width of the restaurant.

6. Hanging grid

Action design

It is mostly used to place all kinds of condiments and tools that can be used at will under the hanging cabinet.

Size design

Depth: 200 mm -280 mm too deep will be satisfied.

Height: 300 mm high, easy to place all kinds of condiments.

Width: the single compartment should not exceed 500mm as far as possible, mainly according to the design of the upper cabinet door.

7. Sidewalk

Single channel: 900 mm wide and at least 700 mm wide.

Double aisle: it is best to be 1400mm wide and at least 900mm wide.

The recommended size of each part is retained.

Several combinations and their advantages and disadvantages

Generally speaking, there are five common layout forms, I type, II type, L type, U type and island type.

Because the location of domestic kitchens, such as the location of smoke ducts, windows and doors, has been determined in advance, what we can do is how to choose the layout that suits us in a fixed space.

1 straight line

Generally used in the open kitchen of apartment, the kitchen is located in the corridor, so it is necessary to arrange a row of cabinets against the wall. The arrangement is also relatively simple, just follow the order of washing-cutting-frying and calculate the required length of each part.

2, two characters

Generally, there are life balcony outside the kitchen. Meanwhile, the kitchen door is facing the balcony door. Because it needs to pass through the middle of the kitchen, it is designed to have cabinets on both sides. The main table is arranged in type I, and the auxiliary table needs to be designed later.

However, we should pay attention to several problems. First of all, the aisle is generally 900mm, which is more comfortable. Even if the space is tight, it must be 700mm, otherwise it will be very inconvenient to use. Secondly, the normal depth of the main countertop is 600mm, which can be at least 550mm, and the auxiliary countertop is at least 350 mm. Therefore, the total width of the kitchen needs at least1600 mm.

3.l type

This is the most commonly used layout, because the kitchen door usually opens at the corner edge, so you can't make a U shape but an L shape.

The common layout is that the cooking area or vegetable washing area is located in the short-side vegetable preparation area in sequence, and the rest areas are located in the long side. How to choose the location mainly depends on gas, flue and water.

4. horseshoe-shaped

It is called the most perfect kitchen layout, which not only moves smoothly, but also has a longer countertop in the same space.

However, the biggest problem in making a U-shaped cabinet is that it needs a rectangular kitchen. The door is open on the long side and there can be no balcony door.

So not all kitchens use it, and the U-shaped kitchen has an extra corner. Although the countertop is longer, its advantages are limited and there is no need to force it.

5. Island type

Speaking of island style, everyone's first impression is that only big houses can be used. In fact, as long as you want to make an open kitchen, you can use it (my family has a 1.6m island of 50 square meters). And because of the appearance of integrated stoves, there is not so much oil smoke in the open kitchen.

In addition to the characteristics of more storage and countertops, the island kitchen has the advantage that its style can be flexible, and the vegetable washing area and cooking area can be placed on the middle island next to it, so that more people can participate in cooking.

So I will mainly recommend several designs of Nakajima.

1, the stove and basin are on the island (all the important functions of the main kitchen are gathered on the island).

2, the pool, the island bar (mainly used as a bar, the pool is used for washing fruits and drinking directly, so it is very small)

3, storage, operation island (without any functional parts, it is mainly used as an extension and storage of the table)

4, bar, operating peninsula (one side is connected with the cabinet, which can be a high and low table or a plane)

5. The island in the operating table and dining table (the island where the operating table and dining table are combined can make the kitchen and dining room combine to have a good overall effect)

Cabinet lighting, the most easily overlooked design

1 functional lighting layout

Generally speaking, it is better to have separate lighting for several operating areas, rather than just designing a ceiling lamp in the middle of the kitchen.

(1) Lighting shall be designed for each part of the cooktop area (the cooktop can generally be provided with lighting), the vegetable preparation area, the basin area and the island area.

(2) If there is no hanging cabinet on it, it can be directly designed on the roof. If there is a hanging cabinet above, you can install lamps under the hanging cabinet.

2, the atmosphere lighting layout

(1) The ambient lighting of the hanging cabinet, such as the door of the hanging cabinet and the glass below it, can be designed to be illuminated up and down to create ambient lighting.

(2) Kicking atmosphere lighting can make the whole cabinet feel lighter when used under the cabinet.

(3) High cabinet atmosphere lighting, mainly the lighting on the high cabinet door, reflects the texture of the cabinet door.

3. Indoor lighting layout

(1) The lighting in the cabinet needs to be illuminated from the outside to the inside, so that the inside of the cabinet can be clearly seen.

(2) Lighting in the drawer, which needs to be illuminated from the inside to the outside, so that the items can be clearly seen after the drawer is pulled out.

04 Other details that need attention.

(1) towel bar:

It is best to design one or two towel bar in the cupboard or Nakajima, which is very convenient for drying towels or rags.

(2) wall treatment:

The kitchen wall is made of ceramic tiles as a whole, and miscellaneous bricks can be used in the shelter of cabinets. Between the hanging cabinet and the ground cabinet, you can use the countertop wall treatment, which can be more convenient to clean and improve the face value.

(3) Guarantee materials:

There are two places in the general kitchen that need to be guaranteed: the flue and the gas pipeline. Guaranteed materials can be tiles, countertops and cabinet boards.

④ Top surface treatment:

The enclosed kitchen can choose aluminum gusset plate and gypsum board, which are of high value but expensive and difficult to replace later. Open kitchen can also choose not to install ceiling. At this time, it is necessary to deal with the exhaust pipes of pumping units and gas water heaters.

(5) Clearance between hanging cabinet and high cabinet:

Whether it is a hanging cabinet or a high cabinet, there is a certain distance from the roof. Personally, I suggest that gaps smaller than 100mm can be blocked with edge banding and decorative strips, otherwise it is better to feel the floor higher when it is empty. Some people may be worried about falling ash, so Dyson can smoke regularly, but in fact it is invisible at ordinary times. )

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