Hi, I have to agree with rwalton5 with regard to the use of space set aside for the boot/ bag area. While the idea of the area is great, it really needs to be located in a more appropriate area of the house. Perhaps in the entry or laundry area. I do have a suggestion for your choice of fridge. I own and operate an Agri tourism business and was suprised when setting up a commercial type kitchen at the reasonable cost of commercial fridges. These fridges are built to take the wear and tear of busy kitchens with multiple users, much the same as a large family. I was able to store large water containers with tap, large platters and large plastic tubs to house fruit and vegetables. I can remember thinking at the time how ideal this option would be for a large family. I was able to install a much larger commercial fridge at a lower price than I could buy from a regular retailer. My thoughts are that you would then be able to fit a large chest freezer in your butlers pantry. While chest freezers are not fashionable, they provide the room you require for buying / freezing bulk groceries. Good luck with your plans!

The worst part about my stainless steel fridge is that magnets don't stick on the front. I have to blu tac my kids art and other memories to the front of it. I think a few things on the fridge makes a house look like a home...

HI, I have a Samsung and it does the job and looks good but I see there are many new fridge features coming out E.g. This one from Mitsubishi has hot freezing which saves you leaving cooked food out on the bench to cool down.

Hello Glynn, you probably don't want to hear this but I don't really agree with your plan. You are planning on wrecking the appearance of your Kitchen and de-valuing your home, just to be able to keep your old refrigerator which will still not be ideal for the remaining space. My more practical suggestion would be to purchase a new refrigerator that fits and works properly in the space you have. Hope this helps, Malcolm.