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Storewall Australia

I'm in the process of designing mine so keen on ideas and practical feedback from those who have already built and used theirs. One thing I have learned from others is that a gas burner emits plenty of fumes so you need strong ventilation or expect oil coated walls and ceilings if the area is covered.

   
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Emily Melton

Hey Gilbert!

I would say U shape if the cook loves to be the life of the party/center of attention. (That would be me, lol.) If I wanted a more laid back feel to my entertaining, I would probaby go with the L-shape with a narrow table with bench seating closer to the house behind the kitchen.

   
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Emily Melton

Oh, I see the staircase would not allow a good flow around the dining table I proposed. Same sentiment as my previous statement, but the dining table at a typical table height in the location of a traditional peninsula in the L-shape for the laid back feel.

   

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