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Question: 3.9 Do I Need To Prepare My Appliances Before The Cabinet Design?
Design & Planning
Answer: Yes, it is recommended to have the dimensions and specifications of major kitchen appliances before finalizing the cabinet design. Kitchen appliances such as ovens, refrigerators, hobs, hoods, dishwashers, and microwaves often require specific cabinet dimensions and clearances to ensure proper installation and functionality. Providing appliance information in advance helps our design team plan: - Suitable cabinet openings and spaces - Proper ventilation requirements (if applicable) - Correct positioning within the kitchen layout If the appliance models have not been finalized, approximate dimensions can still be used during the early design stage. However, final cabinet fabrication should ideally be based on the actual appliance specifications. At OLO DESIGN 36O, we recommend confirming appliance dimensions early to ensure the cabinetry fits seamlessly with the kitchen equipment.