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Workflow

As with any interior space, the designer is responsible for considering flows of movement and areas of pause as well
as expected routines and appliance relationships. For example, a sink should be placed near a dishwasher, and
drawers for bins near the sink. Likewise, it’s essential to have counter space near a sink or a stove, but a breakfast bar
generally should not bleed into a cooktop or the people seated will be directly exposed to the fumes and the heat of
the cooking. Moreover, a common rule called the ‘working triangle’ indicates that each workspace – i.e. a stovetop,
sink, fridge, or oven – should be between four and nine feet apart.. Finally, although designers may hope to include
as much seating as possible, seats too close together may inhibit users from eating comfortably without bumping

elbows or otherwise running into each other.