JP2003310366A - Kitchen counter - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a kitchen counter in which movement to and joint work with a living block is easy and the sign of movement of children or other family members can be easily felt. <P>SOLUTION: In the device, a main counter 3 is provided in the direction crossing at right angles a sub counter 2 and the main counter 3 is protruded to the living block R side. Since the main counter 3 is protruded to the living block R side in this manner, the person who is working at the main counter 3 can move to the living block R side straight and it is convenient, and it is possible to feel the sign of movement of children and other family members in the living block R and, therefore, it is possible to take measures promptly when something unusual has happened. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2004,JPO

Description

Detailed Description of the Invention

[0001]

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a kitchen counter in which a sub-counter and a main counter are arranged so as to intersect with each other, and the main counter projects toward the living area.

[0002]

2. Description of the Related Art As shown in FIG. 18, a kitchen counter, which can detect the state of a person living in a living area such as a living room or interact with the person while working in a conventional kitchen, is a face-to-face type. It was a thing (for example, refer patent document 1). Worktop 2 on the back side wall of the kitchen
The kitchen counter 1 including the stove 4 and the sink 5 is arranged in parallel with the worktop 2 from the worktop 2 through a predetermined work space area (passage) 3. One end of the kitchen counter 2 is in close contact with the wall surface on one side, and the other end has a gap between the wall surface and the facing wall, forming a passage 6. In such a face-to-face kitchen counter 1, an operator is located between the worktop 2 and the worker so that they can work while seeing the children in the living area such as the living room and have a conversation. Has become.

Further, in a conventional kitchen counter, as shown in Patent Document 2, a space is provided below the counter, and a cabinet is movable in the left and right directions through slide rails in the space, and after moving. There is known a technique in which the lower space of the cabinet is used as a knee space when sitting.

[0004]

[Patent Document 1] JP 2001-256663 A

[Patent Document 2] Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 9-201240

[0005]

However, in the conventional technology of Patent Document 1 and the like, when moving from the work space area between the worktop 2 and the kitchen counter 1 to the living area side, a straight line is used. It was troublesome because it was not possible to proceed in a straight line and it was necessary to detour into an L shape. Further, although the kitchen counter 1 is designed so that cooking work can be performed from the living area side, it is necessary to exchange work with the worktop 2, and it is difficult to perform joint work. was there. Further, when heading to worktop 2, the posture is such that the back is facing the living area where children and other family members are present, which makes it difficult to understand the signs of the family members on the living area side. It was

On the other hand, the conventional technique of providing a knee space below the counter as in Patent Document 2 has a drawback that the storage space is reduced by the space.

[0007]

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION The present invention has been improved and eliminated in view of the above-mentioned problems of the related art, and it is easy to move to a living area and collaborate, and there is a sign of a child or other family members. It is intended to provide a kitchen counter that makes it possible to easily sense the above and further effectively use the space below the kitchen counter.

The means adopted by the present invention to solve the above-mentioned problems are characterized in that the main counter is arranged in the direction orthogonal to the sub-counter, and the main counter is projected toward the living area. It is a kitchen counter to do. Since this main counter projects toward the living area, it is convenient for a person who is cooking at the main counter to move straight to the living area. In addition, it is possible to easily feel the signs of children and other families in the residential area.

Further, according to the present invention, a work area is secured on the opposite side of the main counter in the longitudinal direction so that the joint work can be easily performed. A step is provided on the opposite side of the main counter to clearly divide the work space so that the work is divided into areas. In addition, side tables and side wagons are installed around the main counter to enable multipurpose use such as using the inside of the main counter as a piping space. Furthermore, the shelf can be detachably attached to the space below the main counter, and can be used as a storage space or a knee space, and the lower space can be effectively used. On the other hand, around the sub-counter, a wall unit and a hood are installed above it, and a wagon is incorporated into the sub-counter to enable more versatile use. Furthermore,
Between both the sub-counter and the main counter, both counters are integrally formed to have a unified design, or steps are provided to clearly separate the work of each counter, Through the provision of a piping space and a passage between both counters, more versatile use is possible.

[0010]

BEST MODE FOR CARRYING OUT THE INVENTION The structure of the present invention will be described below based on the embodiments of the invention shown in the drawings. 1 to 4 relate to a first embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing the entire kitchen equipment 1,
FIG. 2 is the same plan view with a side table added, and FIG.
FIG. 4 is a side view of the same when a side table is added, and FIG. 4 is a front view of the same when a side table is added. As shown in the figure, the kitchen equipment 1 according to the present embodiment is provided with a wall surface Wa at the back of the living area R side such as a dining room and a living room.
There is a sub-counter 2 arranged along the main counter 3 and a main counter 3 arranged so as to project in a T-shape from the substantially central portion on the front surface side of the sub-counter 2 toward the accommodation area R side.
Both counters 2 and 3 have the same height.

The sub-counter 2 is a storage cabinet 4
And a drawer cabinet 5, and a wall unit 6 is attached to a wall surface above the drawer cabinet 5. A refrigerator 7 is installed on the right end side of the sub-counter 2 between the sub-counter 2 and the wall surface Wb.

On the other hand, in the main counter 3, a stove 8 as a heating tool is arranged near the sub counter 2, and a sink 9 is arranged near the living area R. On the right side surface of the main counter 3, a grill 10, a storage cabinet 11, and a dishwasher 12 are arranged to form a main work area D. Furthermore, the main counter 3
Has a work area (area as a work top) formed near the left side surface thereof, and the left side surface is a sub work area E. Therefore, work areas D and E are formed on both left and right side surfaces of the main counter 3,
It is easy to work together from both sides.

On the left side of the main counter 3,
It is also possible to provide a storage rack 24 (see FIG. 17) or a storage cabinet as a utility space. The storage shelf 24 shown in FIG. 17 is detachable by mounting and engaging a semi-cylindrical concave portion provided on the lower surface of the shelf plate with a dowel 26 detachably attached to the cabinet side plate 25. In addition, the storage shelves 27 in the lower stage are
When the lower space 29 of the main counter 3 is used as a storage space, the storage rack 24 may be set to store an arbitrary item as described above. On the other hand, when the lower space 29 is used as a knee space, these storage shelves 24 and 27 may be removed and used. As a result, it is possible to insert the knee into the lower space 29 and perform cooking work on the main counter 3 while sitting on the chair. Further, the lower space 29
When the storage rack 24 is removed, the table is placed in close contact with the main counter 3 or is set under the main counter 3 so that the main counter 3 has a side table. Is also possible.

A side table 13 (see FIGS. 2 to 4) is arranged on the end surface of the main counter 3 on the side of the living area R. A wagon other than the side table 13 may be used, or a side cabinet having a drawer or the like may be used. A range hood 14 is arranged above the stove 8 of the main counter 3. This range hood 1
An exhaust duct 4 communicates with the outside through a central cabinet of the wall unit 6.

With the kitchen equipment 1 constructed in this way, the main counter 3 can carry out face-to-face collaborative work in the work areas D and E on the left and right side surfaces, thus facilitating family participation type cooking work. You can do it. In addition, it is possible to fully detect the signs of children and other family members on the side of the living area R such as a dining room or living room, the communication of the family progresses, and when there is something, the working areas D and E go straight to the living area R. Since it can be moved to the side, a quick response is possible. Further, there is an advantage that the field of view in the work areas D and E is widened, and comfortable work can be performed in a relaxed mood. Although not shown, the main work area D and the sub work area E of the main counter 3 are shown.
By providing a step between and and clearly dividing the area, it is possible to use the area conveniently according to the type of work. Furthermore, side table 1
If 3 is placed, the child or other family can also help with the serving.

FIG. 5 shows a modification of the present invention.
Drawing (A) is a top view of stove hood 15, and Drawing (B) is a longitudinal section at the position of stove hood 15 which looked at kitchen equipment from the front side. As shown in the figure, in this modification, the main counter 3 is arranged so as to project in a T-shape from the sub-counter 2 toward the accommodation area R side.
This is the same as that shown in FIGS. The difference is that the range hood 14 is arranged above the stove 8 of the main counter 3 and is attached to the wall cabinet 16 which can be raised and lowered. A ventilation fan 17 is provided in the range hood 14, and an exhaust duct 18 penetrates the cabinet 16 and communicates with the outside. The chain line in FIG. 6B shows the state when the cabinet 16 is lowered.

The kitchen equipment shown in FIG. 6 is different only in that the exhaust duct 18 of the kitchen equipment shown in FIG. 5 is extracted to the upper floor. Further, the kitchen equipment shown in FIG. 7 is provided by extending the cabinet 16 of the kitchen equipment shown in FIG. 5 downward and opening / closing the opening / closing door 19 to take in / out stored items.

8 to 16 are views showing other modified examples of the present invention. In the kitchen equipment shown in FIG. 8, the sub-counter 2 is arranged on the right side of the wall surface Wa, the main counter 3 is joined to the wall surface Wb, and both counters 2 and 3 are arranged in an L shape. Even in this case, the main counter 3 has an end surface protruding toward the R side of the living area, so that the family members on the R side of the living area can easily feel the sign,
In addition, it is possible to move straight to the residential area R side. FIG. 9 shows a modification in which the sub-counter 2 and the main counter 3 are formed. FIG. 9A shows the sub-counter 2 divided into left and right parts 2A and 2B, which are wall surfaces Wa of the main counter 3. It is arranged on both left and right end surfaces. Further, in FIG. 1B, the sub counter 2 and the main counter 3 are integrally formed. By using the same height surface, it can be widely used as a worktop.

In the modification shown in FIG. 10, the storage cabinet 19 standing upright from the floor F is arranged in a region on the left end side of the main cabinet 3 of the sub cabinet 2. The purpose is to make effective use of the dead space and consider the convenience. In FIG. 11, a space area 20 is provided below a portion of the sub-counter 2 located on the right side of the main counter 3, and a storage wagon 21 is movably arranged in the area 20. The purpose is to make effective use of the dead space and consider the convenience. In FIG. 12, a step is provided between the sub counter 2 and the main counter 3. Sub-counter 2 is shown in Fig. (A).
Is higher than that of the main counter 3 shown in FIG. When the steps are provided in this way, it is possible to distinguish the respective work areas and perform different cooking without mixing the ingredients and the like.

FIG. 13 shows a case where a passage 22 is formed between the sub counter 2 and the main counter 3.
This is a convenient way to go back and forth between the work areas D and E. FIG. 14 shows a structure in which the dead space below the sub-counter 2 is used as the storage area J, and opening / closing doors 23A to 23D as entrances and exits for that are provided in the sub-counter 2 and the main counter 3. is there. It is intended to effectively use the dead space.
FIGS. 15A and 15B show a piping space S in the space below the main counter 3, and FIG. 16 shows a piping space in both the sub-counter 2 and the main counter 3. Is to ensure.

By the way, the present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiments, but it is possible to use a combination of each of the illustrated embodiments and modified examples in a composite manner, and various configurations can be supported. Is.

[0022]

As described above, according to the present invention,
The main counter is arranged in the direction orthogonal to the sub-counter, and the main counter is projected toward the living area such as dining and living areas. As a result, those who are cooking at the main counter can move straight to the accommodation area, which is convenient and makes it easy to feel the signs of children and other family members in the accommodation area. If something happens, it is possible to deal with this promptly.

Further, according to the present invention, a work area is secured on the opposite side of the main counter in the longitudinal direction so that a collaborative work can be easily performed, and a side table and a side wagon are attached around the main counter. The main counter can be installed or used as a piping space for more versatile uses. Similarly, around the sub-counter, wall units and hoods are installed above it, and wagons are built into the sub-counter to enable more versatile use.

Further, between the sub-counter and the main counter, both counters are integrally formed to have a unified design, and steps are provided to clarify the work of each counter. Separation, providing piping space through both counters,
By providing a passage between both counters, it is possible to use more versatilely.

[Brief description of drawings]

FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing an entire kitchen equipment according to an embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 2 is a plan view when a side table is added to the kitchen equipment according to the embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 3 is a side view when a side table is added to the kitchen equipment according to the embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 4 is a front view when a side table is added to the kitchen equipment according to the embodiment of the present invention.

5A and 5B show a modified example of the present invention, in which FIG. 5A is a plan view of a range hood, and FIG. 5B is a vertical cross-sectional view of kitchen equipment viewed from the front side.

[Fig. 6] Fig. 6 is a vertical cross-sectional view of a kitchen facility according to still another modification of the present invention, in which an exhaust duct is extracted to an upper floor.

FIG. 7 shows still another modification of the present invention and is a vertical cross-sectional view of kitchen equipment provided with a wall cabinet extended downward.

FIG. 8 shows still another modification of the present invention, and is a layout view of kitchen equipment in which a sub-counter and a main counter are arranged in an L shape.

9A and 9B show still another modified example of the present invention, FIG. 9A is a schematic plan view in which a sub-counter and a main counter are separately provided, and FIG. 9B is a sub-counter and a main counter. It is a schematic plan view which integrally provided.

FIG. 10 shows still another modification of the present invention,
It is a schematic plan view which provided the storage which stood up from the floor in the sub-counter.

FIG. 11 shows still another modified example of the present invention,
It is a perspective view of the kitchen equipment which incorporated the storage wagon in the sub-counter.

FIG. 12 shows still another modified example of the present invention,
Drawing (A) is a perspective view of kitchen equipment when a sub counter is higher than a main counter, and Drawing (B) is a perspective view of kitchen equipment when a main counter is higher than a sub counter.

FIG. 13 shows still another modified example of the present invention,
It is a perspective view of kitchen equipment which provided a passage between a sub-counter and a main counter.

FIG. 14 shows still another modified example of the present invention,
It is a schematic plan view of the kitchen equipment which made the dead space of a sub-counter the storage area.

FIG. 15 shows still another modified example of the present invention,
Drawing (A) is a front view of kitchen equipment which crossed a main counter, and Drawing (B) is a top view of kitchen equipment.

FIG. 16 is a plan view of kitchen equipment showing still another modified example of the present invention.

FIG. 17 is a vertical sectional front view of kitchen equipment showing still another modified example of the present invention.

FIG. 18 is a schematic plan view of conventional kitchen equipment.

[Explanation of symbols]

2 ... Sub counter, 3 ... Main counter, 4 ... Storage cabinet, 5 ... Drawer cabinet, 6 ... Wall unit, 8 ... Around, 9 ... Sink, 10 ... Grill 13 ... Side table, 14 ... Range hood, 16 ... Wall cabinet , 24 ... storage shelves, 26 ... dowels, 27 ... storage shelves,
29 ... Lower space, D ... Main work area, E ... Sub work area, F ... Floor surface, S ... Piping space, R ... Living area, Wa ...
Front side wall surface, Wb ... right side wall surface

Claims (20)

[Claims] 1. A kitchen counter characterized in that a main counter is arranged in a direction orthogonal to a sub-counter, and the main counter is projected toward the living area. 2. The kitchen counter according to claim 1, wherein the sub-counter and the main counter are joined to each other, and a work area is formed also on the opposite side in the longitudinal direction of the main counter. 3. The kitchen counter according to claim 1, wherein the sub counter and the main counter are arranged in an L shape along the wall surface. 4. The kitchen counter according to claim 1, wherein the cabinet forming the sub-counter and the cabinet forming the main counter are configured separately. 5. The kitchen counter according to claim 1, wherein a cabinet forming a sub-counter and a main counter is integrally formed. 6. The kitchen counter according to any one of claims 1 to 5, wherein the sub-counter has a storage cabinet standing upright from the floor. 7. The kitchen counter according to claim 1, wherein a wall unit is attached to a wall surface above a part of the sub-counter. 8. The kitchen counter according to claim 1, wherein a storage wagon is movably arranged below the sub counter. 9. The kitchen counter according to claim 1, wherein a side table is provided on an end surface of the main counter facing the living area. 10. The kitchen counter according to claim 1, wherein a side wagon is provided on an end surface of the main counter facing the living area. 11. A storage part is formed on the opposite side of the main counter, and any one of claims 2 and 4 to 10 is provided.
Kitchen counter described in one. 12. The kitchen counter according to claim 11, wherein a shelf is detachably attached to the storage section. 13. The sub-counter and the main counter are flush with each other at their upper surfaces.
Kitchen counter described in one. 14. The kitchen counter according to any one of claims 1 to 12, wherein a step is provided in the height of the upper surfaces of the sub-counter and the main counter. 15. A passage is formed between the sub-counter and the main counter.
The kitchen counter according to any one of 4. 16. A storage unit is formed in an area extending from the main counter of the sub-counter, and doorways are provided in the sub-counter and the main counter facing the storage unit. The kitchen counter described in one. 17. A hood is disposed above a stove portion provided on a main counter, and the hood is attached to a wall surface via a vertically movable storage shelf. Kitchen counter described in one. 18. The kitchen counter according to any one of claims 1 to 17, wherein a piping space is formed below the main counter. 19. The kitchen counter according to claim 1, wherein a continuous piping space is formed below the main counter and below the sub counter. 20. A step is provided between the main work area side and the sub work area side of the main counter, wherein:
The kitchen counter described in 4 to 19.