Journal / Kitchens & joinery
Plan a kitchen around the way you cook
Start with appliances, storage and daily routines, then build a finish palette around the practical decisions.
Map your cooking routine
List the appliances you use, how you prepare meals and where groceries enter the kitchen. Mark washing, preparation and cooking areas on the plan, then test how you move between them.
Plan the inside before the shutters
Group items by use: everyday crockery, cookware, pantry goods and occasional appliances. Record their dimensions and access needs before choosing drawers, shelves or internal accessories.
Review samples in your own light
Compare cabinet and counter samples together in daylight and under the planned lighting. Consider cleaning needs and read the supplier’s care instructions before choosing a finish.
Agree the details before installation
Check appliance dimensions, door swings, service points and clearances against the measured space. Ask for the included hardware, surfaces and installation responsibilities to be recorded in the project scope.