1. THE AVAILABLE PREP SPACE AROUND THE OVEN
'Let's talk about landing counters,' says commercial kitchen consultant Eva Lorena, from Zanduco. 'It's a term not often used but merely a countertop area adjacent to the oven.
2. YOUR KITCHEN'S LAYOUT AND SIZE
'The choice of oven placement can be influenced by the kitchen's layout and size,' advises Rich Mullins, interior design expert at H2O plumbing. 'For instance, in smaller kitchens, where space is limited, wall-mounted ovens or under-counter ovens can be great options.
3. THE WORK TRIANGLE PRINCIPLE
When considering where to place your oven in a kitchen, you may like to apply the work triangle principle. Since the 1950s, kitchen designers have used the work triangle principle, which looks at the distance between the sink, stove or oven, and refrigerator. Ideally, these are all easy to move between while cooking.
4. SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
The biggest consideration with oven placement is safety, says Eva Lorena. 'You want to ensure there is proper ventilation available where your oven is and that it is not going to be in a location that will cause tripping hazards when the door is open. You should also ensure it isn't placed too close to flammable items or materials, like curtains or towels.'
5. VENTILATION
A key part of ensuring safety and comfort in your kitchen is considering your ventilation options when deciding where to place your oven in your kitchen.
6. COMBINING AESTHETICS AND FUNCTION
Adam Crookes says, 'Beyond functionality and safety, the visual appeal of a kitchen plays a significant role in overall satisfaction. As a focal point in many kitchens, the oven should complement the design aesthetics. Whether it's a freestanding range acting as a statement piece on a kitchen island or a sleek built-in wall oven seamlessly integrated into cabinetry, its placement should balance the overall kitchen layout.'
7. ACCESSIBILITY
You should consider the accessibility of the oven when placing it in the kitchen. It should be at a comfortable height for you to reach, operate and clean, especially if you have specific accessibility needs.