1/ at the old place we had similar configuration to your drawing..the cooktop where that is and 2 slim windows on either side. 2/ wash up like drawing is preferred as can talk or watch TV. So sink inside 3/ wall oven and microwave on top at end below is photo of our old kitchen

Just checking what you mean by side rails? Rails on the inside or outside? And would you have a photo of the model you are using?

Sub Zero products are beautifully designed and are a high performance range, as you would expect from a luxury brand, which is reflected in the price - I think for that model it is around $20k, with some in their range double that. If that is in your budget, I would suggest hiring professional advice given the level of investment in this and the other kitchen appliances you intend to purchase.

Hi Yatta, looks like a reno will add function, value, practicality to your home especially needed right now with little people. You need to be able to see the whole are for safety. So I have a string of questions: Which way is north and do you have shade to the windows on the second floor? How many people living there? Do you or your husband like to cook? How often do you shop? What size fridge? Do you bake: would a pantry/ appliance cupboard be ideal for your style of cooking? What rooms are next to the kitchen and are their sizes convenient for your needs? Were you thinking to knock out wall between kitchen and tv space? Do you have visitors for BBQs, parties, house guests, family gatherings: ie how many do you cater for maximum? And dimensions for the rooms. Once we have answers to those and probably more(!) then we can begin to piece together an overall idea of what will suits you and go from there into how to arrange the fittings, fixtures, how the spaces will be used, where things will be stored, how the space will function day to day, week ends or for crowd gatherings! Lots might seem irrelevant but it is not. It is essential to gather heaps of information required to glean the overall running of your home. Happy to help from here. Look at my www for ideas too. Cheers Margot