sofa in a kitchen and how much should I reduce this wall by?
Pat Chiappa
10 years ago
I am not going to have a nook in the kitchen as indicated, but a larger island with seating.
Since I have the space, I'm thinking I might place a sofa under the windows where nook was. 1) is it odd to have a sofa in a kitchen and 2) should there be a wall at all?
(Pix show smaller island than intended - it will be 4 x 8, going in the opposite direction than shown. )
As always - thanks for any comments and opinions!
Since I have the space, I'm thinking I might place a sofa under the windows where nook was. 1) is it odd to have a sofa in a kitchen and 2) should there be a wall at all?
(Pix show smaller island than intended - it will be 4 x 8, going in the opposite direction than shown. )
As always - thanks for any comments and opinions!
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10 years agoI have a hearth room connected to my kitchen that has a loveseat, coffee table, and buffet and hutch. Go for it!!! Makes a nice reading area, entertaining space...
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10 years agoI would take out the wall and I do think its fine to have a couch in at kitchen, it's called a morning room, my house has one as well.
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10 years ago
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PROAggie dba Aggie Designs
10 years agolast modified: 10 years agoHard to explain in words...I know you said you are getting a bigger island, and I am not usually for peninsula, but it may work a little better for you, with or without a banquette..
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