Overview
10-Foot Kitchenette Layout
This updated plan uses the full 10-foot wall in the basement rec room, with the sink placed between the mini fridge and range for better prep space and daily function.
Shown as a 10-foot wall plan. Measurements are approximate and should be verified on site before purchasing cabinets, appliances, or countertops.
120"
Total planned wall length
19.5"
Mini fridge width
30"
Sink base width
24"
Range width
✓ 10 Ft Wall Plan
✓ Sink Between Fridge & Range
✓ Better Prep Space
✓ Black Appliances
✓ White Shaker Cabinets
Section 1
Everything to Purchase
Below is every item needed, with a button to purchase each one online. Prices are estimates and may vary slightly.
🗄️ Cabinets — Design House Brookings, White Shaker Style
Item 1
Sink Cabinet (Base)
The white cabinet that sits directly under the sink. It has two doors and is designed with open space inside to fit plumbing pipes. You need 1 of these.
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Item 3
Right Storage Cabinet (Base)
A wider white cabinet to the right of the sink for storing pots, pans, and kitchen supplies. It has two doors. You need 1 of these.
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Item 4
Upper Wall Cabinets
Four matching white cabinets that hang on the wall above the countertop. They run across the full width of the kitchenette — above the fridge area, above the range, above the sink, and to the far right. Each has two doors and adjustable shelves inside. You need 4 of these — they are all the same cabinet.
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~$90 ea.
estimated
Qty: 4
💡 Under-Cabinet Lighting
Item 5
LED Under-Cabinet Puck Lights — Warm White
Small round lights that stick to the underside of the wall cabinets to shine a warm glow onto the countertop. They plug into a regular outlet — no electrician needed. Come in a pack of 3 with a dimmer switch so you can make them brighter or dimmer. You need 1 pack.
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~$40
estimated
Qty: 1 pack
🍳 Appliances
Item 6
Summit 20" Electric Range — Black
A compact electric stove with 4 burners on top and a full oven below. At just 20 inches wide it is a perfect fit for this space. This stove requires a special outlet that the electrician will install.
It comes in black to match the other appliances.
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Item 7
Simzlife 3.2 Cu.Ft Under-Counter Mini Fridge — Black
A compact black refrigerator that is only about 32 inches tall — short enough to fit right underneath the countertop. It has a small freezer section and holds plenty of food and drinks. Plugs into a regular wall outlet. Order the black color.
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🚰 Sink, Faucet & Range Hood
Item 8
Kitchen Sink — Single Bowl, Undermount, Stainless Steel
An undermount sink is mounted from underneath the countertop, so there is no visible rim on top. This gives the countertop a very clean, seamless look and makes it easy to wipe crumbs straight into the sink. Should be 15–18 inches wide to fit the sink base cabinet. You need 1 of these.
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Item 9
Kitchen Faucet — Brushed Nickel, Pull-Down
A silver-toned faucet with a pull-down spray head. Look for "brushed nickel" finish. The plumber installs this at the same time as the sink.
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Item 10
Garbage Disposal — InSinkErator Badger 5, ½ HP
A garbage disposal is a small motorized unit that mounts under the sink and grinds up food scraps so they wash down the drain. This model is compact, reliable, and fits perfectly under a small sink cabinet. The plumber installs this at the same time as the sink.
It requires a standard electrical outlet under the sink — the electrician can add one.
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Item 10
Range Hood — Under-Cabinet, Black, Recirculating
A small vent hood that mounts under the cabinet directly above the stove. It captures cooking smells and cleans the air using a charcoal filter. No hole in the wall or ceiling is needed.
Should be black to match the appliances and 20–24 inches wide.
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🪵 Countertop & Finishing Touches
Item 11
Butcher Block Countertop — Natural Wood
A warm, honey-colored wood countertop. It is cut to fit and placed on top of all the base cabinets. Available at Home Depot or Lowe's. Needs to be oiled a couple of times a year to stay looking beautiful.
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Item 12
Cabinet Hardware — Brushed Nickel Bar Pulls
The handles that go on all the cabinet doors and drawers. Silver bar pulls in brushed nickel match the faucet and look great with white shaker cabinets. You will need about 12–14 total for all the doors and drawers.
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~$60
estimated
12–14 pulls
💰 Estimated Cost Summary
All cabinets — Items 1 through 4
~$725
Lighting — Item 5
~$40
Appliances — Items 6 and 7
~$800
Sink, faucet, range hood & disposal — Items 8–11
~$490
Countertop and hardware — Items 11–12
~$340
Plumber — water line hookup
~$600–1,200
Electrician — new outlet for range
~$300–700
Total Estimated Cost
~$3,200–4,600
Section 3
Good Things to Know
🚰 About the Undermount Sink
An undermount sink is installed from below the countertop, so the rim of the sink is hidden underneath. The countertop has a smooth, clean cutout with no metal lip around it. This looks very elegant and makes cleanup easy — you can wipe water and crumbs directly from the counter into the sink with no ridge to catch on. The plumber will seal around the edges to make it waterproof.
🌀 About the Garbage Disposal
A garbage disposal sits underneath the sink and grinds up food scraps — peels, leftovers, coffee grounds — so they wash safely down the drain. It is turned on and off with a small switch on the wall or counter near the sink. The plumber connects it to the drain during sink installation, and the electrician adds a small outlet under the sink to power it. No special maintenance is needed other than running cold water while it is in use.
❄️ About the Under-Counter Fridge
The Simzlife fridge is only about 32 inches tall, which is shorter than a regular kitchen counter. This means it slides right under the countertop and looks built-in. It has a small freezer section on top and plenty of refrigerator space below. It plugs into any regular wall outlet and runs quietly.
🪵 Caring for the Wood Countertop
Once or twice a year, rub a little food-safe mineral oil (sold at any hardware store for a few dollars) into the countertop with a cloth. This keeps the wood from drying out. Always wipe up water spills quickly. The countertop will look even more beautiful over time as the wood naturally darkens and develops character.
💡 The Under-Cabinet Lights Are Very Simple
These lights peel off a backing strip and stick right onto the underside of the wall cabinet — no drilling or wiring needed. They link together with small cords and plug into a regular outlet, just like a lamp. A dimmer switch is included so the light can be made brighter or softer.
🌀 The Range Hood Does Not Need a Hole in the Wall
The range hood works by pulling cooking air through a charcoal filter and then sending the cleaned air back into the room. No venting to the outside is needed at all. The charcoal filter just needs to be replaced about once every 6 months — replacement filters are inexpensive and easy to swap out yourself.
⚡ The Stove's Safety Bracket
A small metal bracket comes in the box with every stove. It must be screwed into the floor directly behind the stove before the stove is turned on for the first time. This is required by safety code. It prevents the stove from tipping forward if someone accidentally puts weight on an open oven door. It takes about 5 minutes to install.
📋 Permits Are Required
Any time new plumbing or electrical wiring is added in Minnesota, a permit is required by law. The plumber and the electrician each apply for their own permit — you do not need to do anything yourself. It is a good idea to ask them to confirm this before any work begins.
