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Planning the kitchen
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Introduction
Valcucine emphasizes transparency and knowledge sharing in kitchen design, providing comprehensive guidance for planning kitchen spaces with a focus on architectural and functional aspects.
Valcucine emphasizes transparency and knowledge sharing in kitchen design, providing comprehensive guidance for planning kitchen spaces with a focus on architectural and functional aspects.
Types of Kitchens
- In-line Kitchen: Ideal for narrow rooms, with cabinets along one wall.
- C-shaped Kitchen: Features worktops on three sides, suitable for compact spaces.
- U-shaped Kitchen: Similar to C-shaped but without space for a table.
- Kitchen with an Island: Requires ample space and detailed utility planning.
- Kitchen with a Peninsular Unit: Adds worktop space and can include a breakfast bar.
- Corner Kitchen: Utilizes two adjoining walls, optimizing functional areas.
Planning the Kitchen
Involves selecting suitable arrangements for available space, with detailed projects including aesthetic renderings and architectural plans.
Involves selecting suitable arrangements for available space, with detailed projects including aesthetic renderings and architectural plans.
Ergonomics and Dimensions
Focus on base unit heights and depths for comfortable and efficient kitchen use.
Focus on base unit heights and depths for comfortable and efficient kitchen use.
Utilities and Systems
- Electric System: Precise planning of outlets and connections is crucial.
- Plumbing System: Careful alignment of water and gas outlets with kitchen elements.
- Ventilation: Essential for functionality, with proper aeration and hood extraction systems.
Safety and Lighting
Child safety features and appropriate lighting are important considerations.
Child safety features and appropriate lighting are important considerations.
Conclusion
Focus on the Valcucine "home system," integrating all elements into a cohesive kitchen environment.
Focus on the Valcucine "home system," integrating all elements into a cohesive kitchen environment.
Corner Kitchen Planning
- Fridge Placement: Ensure space for door opening and nearby socket and water supply.
- Hood Installation: Consider hood type and fumes outlet position.
- Worktop Under Window: Calculate window sill and tap position.
- Side Panel Size: Add 2cm to kitchen depth up to the door frame.
Electric System Planning
- Unit Positioning: Define electric system after unit and appliance positioning.
- Socket Management: Group sockets to prevent appliance failure affecting others.
- Lighting: Plan for ceiling and wall lights, ensuring practical socket inspection.
Plumbing System Planning
- Unit and Appliance Positioning: Decide positions before planning plumbing, especially for special appliances.
- Pipe Placement: Ideally behind the sink base unit for accessibility.
Open Space Kitchen Design
- Integration: Coordinate kitchen and living room elements for a unified aesthetic.
- Hood and Tower Units: Conceal hood flue and fit tower units inside alcoves.
Island Kitchen Design
- Functional Layout: Includes hob, worktop, sink, breakfast bar, and back panel with accessories.
- Back Section: Provides freedom for outlets and acts as splash protection.
Island Arrangement
Requires 120cm surrounding space for optimal functionality.
Requires 120cm surrounding space for optimal functionality.
Electric System Planning
For island kitchens, route cables through a 13cm space below accessories.
For island kitchens, route cables through a 13cm space below accessories.
Plumbing System Planning
Utilize the 13cm space in the back section for plumbing connections.
Utilize the 13cm space in the back section for plumbing connections.
Ergonomic Kitchen Planning
Organize areas into small triangles connecting preserving, washing, and cooking areas, with a total distance not exceeding 650cm.
Organize areas into small triangles connecting preserving, washing, and cooking areas, with a total distance not exceeding 650cm.
Minimum Distances
120cm between a table and a wall, 135cm between a table and a unit.
120cm between a table and a wall, 135cm between a table and a unit.
Worktop Height
Adjustable heights to accommodate different user needs.
Adjustable heights to accommodate different user needs.
Wall Unit Height
Positioned for ergonomic access, with recommended distances based on base unit depth.
Positioned for ergonomic access, with recommended distances based on base unit depth.
80cm Depth Advantages
Allows better visibility and accessibility, improving workspace ergonomics.
Allows better visibility and accessibility, improving workspace ergonomics.
P20 System
Includes a hood and integrated containers for enhanced functionality.
Includes a hood and integrated containers for enhanced functionality.
Equipped Back Section
Allows flexible connections with modular accessories for improved organization.
Allows flexible connections with modular accessories for improved organization.
Specifications and Features
- Wall units with balanced lift-up doors for practicality and safety.
- Ala wall unit with a unique opening mechanism.
- Wall-hung kitchens for easy cleaning and ideal for floor heating.
Installation Guidelines
- Appliance installation in wall-hung units with specific positioning recommendations.
- Consider module sizes in multiples of 15 cm to avoid custom modifications.
- Account for corner posts and handle clearances in corner kitchens.
Design Considerations
- Maintain a minimum gap of 5 cm from walls for door frames and appliance doors.
- Adjust kitchen lengths for non-square corners and use fillers for gaps.
- Plan window sill heights to align with base units and accommodate splashbacks.
Recommendations
- Install wall units like Ala and Aerius in isolated positions for aesthetic appeal.
- Ensure accurate wall measurements to avoid costly modifications.
- Consider ergonomic placement of appliances for ease of use.
Dish Drainer Solutions
Options include a back section or pullout rack inside a base unit near the sink.
Options include a back section or pullout rack inside a base unit near the sink.
Plumbing Connections
Align pipe space with the sink base unit, with specific vertical limits for pipe outlets.
Align pipe space with the sink base unit, with specific vertical limits for pipe outlets.
Island and Peninsular Units
Center plumbing in the service gap for islands without a back section.
Center plumbing in the service gap for islands without a back section.
Preventing Mould
Use insulating paints or external thermal insulation to eliminate heat bridges.
Use insulating paints or external thermal insulation to eliminate heat bridges.
Plaster and Flooring Choices
Natural plaster for health benefits and durability; water-repellent treatments for natural materials.
Natural plaster for health benefits and durability; water-repellent treatments for natural materials.
Wall Tiles and Aeration
Tile height should consider unit positions; aeration holes necessary for gas combustion and hood efficiency.
Tile height should consider unit positions; aeration holes necessary for gas combustion and hood efficiency.
Check Valves and Hoods
Valcucine hoods include check valves to prevent unwanted air inflow.
Valcucine hoods include check valves to prevent unwanted air inflow.
Types of Kitchen Hoods
Includes wall-hung, island, and integrated hoods for different layouts.
Includes wall-hung, island, and integrated hoods for different layouts.
Hood Size and Extraction Efficiency
Hood should be wider than the hob for optimal extraction.
Hood should be wider than the hob for optimal extraction.
Silent Extraction
Internal motors of at least 750m³/h; remote motor for quieter operation.
Internal motors of at least 750m³/h; remote motor for quieter operation.
Extractor Hose Installation
Minimize hose length and bends; use smooth hoses to reduce turbulence.
Minimize hose length and bends; use smooth hoses to reduce turbulence.
Concealing Hood Hoses
Use shelves or beams to hide hoses; avoid using exhaust pipes from other appliances.
Use shelves or beams to hide hoses; avoid using exhaust pipes from other appliances.
Planning Fumes Outlet
Proper planning to conceal hoses and sockets.
Proper planning to conceal hoses and sockets.
Electric Sockets in Kitchens
Position safely away from water and heat sources.
Position safely away from water and heat sources.
Lighting in Kitchens
Good lighting essential for safety and ambiance.
Good lighting essential for safety and ambiance.
Artificial Lighting
Fluorescent lights for visibility; under-cabinet lighting recommended.
Fluorescent lights for visibility; under-cabinet lighting recommended.
Natural Lighting
Plan windows and doors for a well-lit environment; use blinds to control light intensity.
Plan windows and doors for a well-lit environment; use blinds to control light intensity.
Child Safety in Kitchens
Recommendations include dipole switches, hob guards, and safety locks.
Recommendations include dipole switches, hob guards, and safety locks.
Valcucine Home System
Promotes open space concepts with modular partitions and sliding glass panels.
Promotes open space concepts with modular partitions and sliding glass panels.
Innovative Kitchen Features
Includes sliding glass panels, impact-resistant glass, and modular panelling systems.
Includes sliding glass panels, impact-resistant glass, and modular panelling systems.
Special Needs Kitchen Planning
Adjustable modules and mechanisms for ease of use.
Adjustable modules and mechanisms for ease of use.
Overview
Valcucine's guide focuses on innovative kitchen designs blending aesthetics, functionality, and accessibility.
Valcucine's guide focuses on innovative kitchen designs blending aesthetics, functionality, and accessibility.
Hability System
Designed for both able-bodied individuals and those with special needs, featuring the Easy Food system.
Designed for both able-bodied individuals and those with special needs, featuring the Easy Food system.
Artematica Vitrum
Fusion of beauty and functionality with glass elements supported by aluminum frames.
Fusion of beauty and functionality with glass elements supported by aluminum frames.
Artematica Multiline
High-tech, versatile designs with clean lines and environmental focus.
High-tech, versatile designs with clean lines and environmental focus.
Riciclantica
Eco-friendly design using recyclable materials.
Eco-friendly design using recyclable materials.
Artematica Sinthesys
Focus on volume and color composition with Cristalan material.
Focus on volume and color composition with Cristalan material.
Design Philosophy
Combines beauty with functionality, respecting human needs and the environment.
Combines beauty with functionality, respecting human needs and the environment.
Conclusion
Valcucine's designs highlight innovation, accessibility, and sustainability, integrating ergonomic solutions with artistic design.
Valcucine's designs highlight innovation, accessibility, and sustainability, integrating ergonomic solutions with artistic design.
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Catalog excerpts
Easy Food has been comple-ted by Valcucine using: - wall-hung units and corner elements with accessories that are fully accessible even by so-meone on a wheelchair; - the steel and tempered glass Libera hood that can be mana-ged by a remote-control; - a wall unit that is more acces- sible thanks to a raising-lowe-ring mechanism that moves the wall unit forwards to the front of the top; - an oven with a disappearing bottom-hung door. To meet the most varied layout requirements the Easy Food modules can be assembled in-line, in a corner, as an island or as a peninsular unit with various elements...
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