Kitchen Design Planning & Layout Flashcards

What landing area does NKBA recommend on each side of the primary sink?

Answer: 24 inches on one side and 18 inches on the other

The primary sink needs at least 24 inches of landing on one side and 18 inches on the other.

For an open-ended cooktop on an island where the counter behind is at the same height, how much clearance should extend behind the cooking surface?

Answer: 9 inches

NKBA calls for at least 9 inches behind an island cooking surface when the counter is flush.

What is the recommended landing area on each side of a cooking surface?

Answer: 12 inches and 15 inches

A cooktop needs 12 inches of landing on one side and 15 inches on the other.

When two landing areas are adjacent, such as between a sink and a cooktop, how is the required combined counter length determined?

Answer: Take the longer requirement and add 12 inches

For combined landing areas, use the longer of the two requirements plus 12 inches.

What is the minimum preparation area NKBA recommends immediately next to a water source?

Answer: 36 inches wide by 24 inches deep

A continuous 36-inch-wide by 24-inch-deep prep area should be next to a water source.

How much landing area is recommended on the handle side of a standard refrigerator?

Answer: 15 inches

At least 15 inches of landing should be on the handle side of the refrigerator.

If counter space cannot be placed next to the refrigerator, where may the 15-inch landing area be located instead?

Answer: No more than 48 inches across from the refrigerator

The landing can be no more than 48 inches across from the refrigerator's front.