Built-in Appliances Cabinet: Best Design Ideas

Kitchen with hob and oven with built-in refrigerator and inclined hood

The arrangement of furniture and equipment in the kitchen is quite a complicated matter, especially if the area of the room is small. In this case, built-in equipment comes to the rescue, for example, a hob or oven. Such a design allows you to save space significantly, making the kitchen design diverse and modern.

Beautiful kitchen with built-in appliances for easy use and space saving

Content

What is it and why is it needed?
Types
Advantages and disadvantages
- The location of the structure in the cabinet under the hob
- Placing the oven in a tall cabinet also has its advantages and disadvantages.
Tips for choosing
Should I do it myself?
Video: Connecting an oven
The best photos of built-in ovens in the kitchen interior

What is it and why is it needed?

Pencil case with built-in oven — Tall cabinet with built-in oven in kitchen composition

A convenient, modern and practical option for the kitchen is a kitchen set with a built-in hob and oven. Such devices are usually of a separate design. The hob is built directly into the countertop. The oven requires a separate place, but it cannot be placed on the floor. For this, an oven box is needed.

Built-in oven, color matched to the kitchen interior — Built-in oven under the hob, color-matched to the kitchen interior

The idea is that instead of a regular cabinet in the kitchen unit, a place is allocated for the oven. Usually it is installed under the hob, but you can choose any suitable place.

Convenient placement of the oven at a height — Convenient placement of the built-in oven at a height for ease of use

An oven box is a must-have element in the kitchen if the unit itself is a built-in type.

Connecting household appliances to special boxes — Connecting built-in household appliances to special boxes

Types

Wide oven of non-standard sizes for an exclusive kitchen

By choosing a built-in oven, you get the opportunity to diversify the design and furnishings of the kitchen. Unlike conventional ovens combined with a hob, this is a completely independent unit.

Placement of built-in cabinet separate from hob — Placement of the built-in cabinet separately from the hob in a convenient place and at a convenient height

In addition to the differences between the functions of the unit itself, there are several types of cabinets for a built-in oven. You can choose the option for placing the unit that best suits the square footage of your kitchen, layout, and design.

Corner kitchen with built-in oven in the table under the hob

There are two main types of construction: a cabinet under the hob with a pull-out drawer, or placing it in a tall cabinet (a high cabinet with a special compartment and additional drawers). Each of these types has its advantages and disadvantages. However, according to consumer reviews, placing the oven in a tall cabinet is much more convenient to use.

Kitchen with built-in appliances — Bright kitchen with built-in appliances in a tall cabinet

Advantages and disadvantages

Let's take a closer look at the pros and cons of different types of oven boxes. First, it's worth noting that the design of a separate built-in oven itself has advantages in ease of use, design, and freedom of placement.

Kitchen with original design with built-in hob and oven

The location of the structure in the cabinet under the hob

Oven built under the hob — Oven built into the cabinet in a classic location – under the hob

Pros:

– creation of a common surface for food preparation;

– suitable for people of any height;

– maintaining the appearance of a standard stove with an oven (for lovers of the classics).

Cons:

– the need to constantly bend over during cooking;

– inconvenience when cleaning the oven;

– there is a high probability of damage to the electronic mechanism due to a large amount of water from the stove getting on it during cooking.

Kitchen with stove and oven in the corner — Wooden kitchen with hob and oven in the corner

Placing the oven in a tall cabinet also has its advantages and disadvantages.

Built-in oven at a convenient height for the housewife, located in a tall cabinet

Pros:

– positioned at chest level reduces the load on the back during work;

– easy to maintain due to its location;

– the ability to select sizes for any height;

– gives the kitchen a new modern look.

Flaws

The only drawback of this design is that, being quite high from the floor, it requires additional reinforcement. When installing, it is necessary to ensure that the lower horizon is firmly installed. Otherwise, the oven may collapse on the hostess's feet while cooking dinner.

Kitchen in English style — Exquisite English style kitchen with appliances built into a tall cabinet

Tips for choosing

Selecting an Electric Oven with Dimensions for the Box

Having decided to buy a built-in oven, you need to pay a lot of attention to the cabinet in which it will be located. You can buy it together with the oven, however, they are often sold without a box in the set. In this case, you will need to select it yourself. What should you pay attention to when buying?

First of all, you need to know the exact measurements of the oven. The height and depth of the box should be 15-20 mm more for normal air circulation. At the same time, the difference should not be greater, otherwise there will be difficulties during installation and assembly.

Method of connection and installation — Installation and connection of an electric oven

Take care of the electrical wiring in advance. The place where the oven is installed must have a wire outlet in advance, because this type of design does not have a plug, but requires a direct connection to the electrical network.

When selecting a box, make sure that there are planks that strengthen the horizon.

White kitchen with ready-made box for appliances — White kitchen with a ready-made box for built-in white appliances

It is also worth paying attention to the design of the cabinet and the color scheme so that it fits harmoniously into the existing kitchen environment.

Should I do it myself?

Non-standard placement of equipment in the corner, in a custom-made table

In the absence of a suitable box on sale, the question arises whether to make custom furniture or construct everything yourself. In this case, it is better to entrust the matter to a professional. This is especially true for installing the cabinet and the oven itself, since here you will also need the skills of an electrician.

Necessary tools for making a box with your own hands

However, if you have experience making furniture with your own hands, making a box for an oven will not be a problem. To do this, you need to take measurements of the electrical appliance and, in accordance with the data obtained, draw a drawing of the future product. Then, having the necessary tools (saw, screwdriver, electric drill, wood glue) and materials (chipboard, tabletop, dowels, furniture confirmats, self-tapping screws, guides, legs for the box), you can easily make a cabinet for a built-in oven with your own hands.