Reducing cost in kitchen construction through design alternatives

• Main Author: Fritschij, Michael Josephus
• Other Authors: Rybczynski, Witold (advisor)
• Format: Others
• Language: en
• Published: McGill University 1993
• Subjects: Kitchens > Design and construction
• Online Access: http://digitool.Library.McGill.CA:80/R/?func=dbin-jump-full&object_id=69707

The study of cost-saving measures involved in the fit-up of the kitchen is explored, and two strategies of cost-saving are identified: reducing kitchen area; and, simplifying construction materials and assembly techniques. Alternative area requirements, as well as alternative materials and assembly techniques are examined in an effort to reduce cost. The cost of a series of compact kitchen layouts are analysed with respect to alternative construction techniques. A method that assesses the functional requirements of the layouts and costs involved is applied and various cost effective designs are examined.