Well, having just gone through the trauma of choosing a new fridge for a new kitchen I can tell you this: the standard kitchen allowance for a fridge is 1000mm (one meter). Unless you are buying side by side units, most refrigerators are a standard size - including double door fridges. I found out it costs about an extra $1000 for water and ice, and whilst not all of the water/ice ones require plumbing, the better ones do. If you find a fridge you like, check the websites and price match. I got $700 off mine when my retailer price matched an online store. I have also bought appliances on the online stores with absolutely no issues, if that's an option for you. At the end of the day I chose the SMEG four door fridge which I like because the freezer doesn't have big deep drawers which I would lose stuff in! Plus I like the clean lines, and SMEG has a good reputation and good after sales service. Hope some of that helps! Good luck!!

Hmmm, I initially had same idea as bigreader about fridge placement where microwave shelves are, but I doubt there's ample width for a fridge there. Then there's issue with fridge door opening into same area as that door that we are wondering about. What size is your fridge? It sounds like you are considering placing the fridge on the carpeting with the back in the dining/living space. Is that correct? It's generally not a good idea to place a fridge on carpet in case of leakage and subsequent damage to the carpet. Do you own the apartment/unit? If so, this may give you more options. If you were able to remove the bench/cabinet to the right of your stove and the overhead cabinets there, that could be enough space for a fridge. But you would lose food preparation and storage space. As has been suggested, the wall opposite the stove could accomodate more overhead cupboards. It would be helpful to know what that door is for, the size of your fridge, and if you are able to do renovation to the apartment.

Integrated fridges are more common overseas but they are an awesome feature. They are expensive as the demand in Australia isn't as high, If you are going to diy, I would get as much info as possible and be aware you may void the warranty as generally they require a licenced installer or kitchen company as we account for air flow ect... It is becoming a feature in many homes but the cost of the fridge itself and add on the doors, carcass can cost the same amount as just getting a new kitchen. I do however like the streamlined look, it makes everything look finished.

I also would look at the space available before putting the fridge where the cross is. I would look at placing the fridge along the back wall. Placing the fridge where cross is may reduce the width of access between island and fridge. Ideally walkway should be 900mm or greater. What ever you do make sure the fridge is in built in cabinetry, with cupboards above. Otherwise it looks lost.