Again I will cut to the chase.
What are the required minimum appliances, equipment and misc needed to run the kitchen? Let's list them down.
Must Have
- *Ovens | Gas , Electric
- *Dishwasher | Freestanding, Built-In
- *Microwave | Conventional, Built-In, Convection
- *Full Height Pantry
- Container/Package Storage
*Some said it's weird not having these in "Absolute Minimum Required" section. But keep reading below and I will tell you why.
Absolute Minimum Required
- Fridge | Top or Bottom Freezer Single Door, Side by Side, French Door
- Cooktop | Gas, Electrical, Induction
- Rangehood | Under-Cabinet Range Hood, Ceiling Range Hood
- Sink | Single Sink, Double Sink : Stainless Steel, Granite Composite, Cast Iron,
- Bins | Loose Bins, Pullout Bin System
- Cutlery & Storage
- Plates/Bowls & Storage
- Glasses/Cups & Storage
- Cooking Utensils & Storage
- Pan/Pots & Storage
- Cleaning Products & Storage
- Condiments & Storage
- Wraps, Aluminium Wraps and Baking Paper & Storage
Luxury
- Coffee Machines
- Toasters
- Mixer Machines
- Wine Stacks & Storage
- Bar Fridge
- Wine Fridge
- Oven | Steam , Warming Drawers
These are the lists and i'm sure there are more.
Fitting all these in the kitchen requires a massive space and a great planning. Start with the absolute essentials and learn how each system works, the basic dimensions and placements. I will be covering this in the next topic in more detail.
Some said it's weird not having Ovens, Dishwasher, Microwave and Full Height Pantry. Well... with my experience I have lived at least one of them missing in my house before and I still survived. LOL
When I was living in the Student Accommodation there were no Ovens in all units. Due to fire safety.
When I was living in the Studio Apartment there were no Full Height Pantry & Dishwasher. Due to lack of space.
When I was living in the Shared House there were no Microwave. Due to healthy lifestyle.
Nowadays, mostly these appliances are considered as essentials and they are useful. Though it all depends on the situations, lifestyle & safety. They are not really essentials but great to have for a nice feast.
I made this blog simple to get you familiar and understand how much of the essentials are needed and the rough ideas of storage. My next topic will be giving you an example on how much of a minimum space you required to fit all these essensials
Happy Cooking Fellas!!
Stay Tune
TK
