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I really like the idea of built in shelving, especially if you can make it adjustable. It's a fantastic way to add storage. I'm guessing you'd do this above the sink area, but if not, that would be a great space for shelves.

I just noticed the joists. You might be able to use that space to hang your pots and pans. It's a little hard to tell, but it looks like one of them is above your table. If you did a pot rack, you could use more of the wall above the sink.

About the area behind the angled shelf, it looks like that shelf would fit flat against the wall then you could access that nook better. I like that it is angled and convenient with cooking items, but it does look like it blocks off that space. Maybe put it on casters?

Finally, I think you need more lighting. Could be the photos, but it looks a bit dark and gloomy. The fan lights aren't doing it. If you go with a shelf above the sink, you could undermount a light there. Definitely the current stove/work area needs some help. You could maybe string some lights between the joists or add some track lighting there.

Bonus: everything looks nicer with a fresh coat of paint. If you can brighten up the walls and paint your shelves/workspaces/cabinets in a unifying color, I think that would go a long way to making the space feel more cohesive and usable. It's more psychological than functional, but I think it would be nice.

Watermelon Cutter

Moveable kitchen island

There are other options that can match your style. These are great. There are brakes so you can be stationary, but you can also move it whenever you need more room in your kitchen.

You made my day, I wish I was talented enough to make this lol Here is a link, I’m not sure if they are still available but my sister just bought the same exact jars but with slightly different labels so they are out there!

Aozita 36 Pcs Glass Spice Jars... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07VHBX3ZC?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

A knife sharpener is one of the least expensive and most useful tools in the kitchen. I have this one. The red one is only $5.99 at the moment.

This mini food chopper. It's just really convenient

TOPESCT Electric Mini Chopper 250ML-Portable Garlic Grinder,Cordless Small Food Processor with USB Charging for Ginger Onion Vegetable Meat https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B08MWJ3LX7/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_i_3ZQ3G10DW8DF7XZAD1G2?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

I just bought one of these. I can’t attest to the longevity but it seems like a great solution. YouCopia RollOut Fridge Caddy, 9" Wide, Clear https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08V79TSKQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_8V9WJAE8E3DZTXKQKAFQ?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Depending on the oven the top part isnt that big, the main heavy items would go in the bigger part, if you're still concerned, you could remove the drawer , which would drop it down by approx 143mm and then put that above the oven as a false drawer , or remove the handle and get some colour matched filler to fill the holes and have it as a blank panel, again this would mean smashing out the fixed shelf and making your own supported shelf for the oven to sit on. A qualified electrician should be able to rewire, if needed quite easily, although it depends on the current wiring being done properly. Also if you don't want to use up worktop space with the microwave you can get something similar to this https://www.amazon.co.uk/First4spares-MWP67W-Microwave-Mount-Aluminum/dp/B00K1E1ONM/ref=asc_df_B00K1E1ONM/?tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=255672231529&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=17487383440459263295&hvpone=&hvptwo=&a... And hang it under a unit that is accessible to everyone.

Dishwasher mount for granite.

There are a few other styles, you can check them out on Amazon, Also, you can attach the dishwasher with screws directly into your cabinets though holes in the metal frame of your dishwasher. This is a little harder.

I wonder if the Spice Stack would work for you. It's made a huge difference in my cabinets! It is height adjustable inside. They also make a 30 bottle version.

https://www.amazon.com/YouCopia-50166-SpiceStack-Adjustable-Organizer/dp/B07SZDZLQQ

you can. i personally like the bare bone style as seen here: https://www.amazon.com/Ductless-Convertible-Stainless-Chimney-Style-Exhaust/dp/B087B7B9PS/

1800W seems to be the standard for consumer hobs. Finding hotter ones is a challenge, but I stumbled on this bad boy:

Breville|PolyScience the Control Freak Temperature Controlled Commercial Induction Cooking System https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B01G5MZZ5Q/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_fabc_DJ9QH4RB7P1G3PY6ZCT4

This one is less expensive:

Mai Cook Stainless Steel 3500W Electric Induction Cooktop, Electric Countertop Burners https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B016XY88AA/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_fabc_N21554KYRG62GFPV2YTK?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

I'm not sure the technology is quite there yet, but I still think the cooktop-less kitchen layout has plenty of merit.

Tap the edge of the lid on the countertop several times, at the 12, 2, 4, 6, 8 & 10 o'clock - firmly, but not hard enough to break the jar.

Put the jar in the freezer for 30 minutes or so. Then take it out & run hot water over the lid only.

Mount one of these under a kitchen cabinet:

The Grip Jar Opener: The Original... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07LFJ6RV4?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

I am a huge fan of my Mercer Genesis knife set. Since the whole set is outside your price range I'd recommend getting the chef knife and a honing steel for her this year. You can follow up with paring knife and utility knife as later gifts if she likes them later. Or try a different brand if they aren't to her liking.

I've never come close to breaking a cooktop with cast iron, & I use my cast iron a lot.

Your could cover your induction burners with something like these:

https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B07M6H2F8T/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_fabc_K9WTATH1CKW30406N4DE?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

FWIW not sure how long you've been married, but if your wife really wants an electric kitchen, then give her one. This isn't a winnable argument.

Here’s a pic, FloWorks Design Plastic Bag and Bottle Dryer - Patented; Multi-Purpose Drying Rack Saves Money and the Planet. Folds for Easy Storage https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003ZE2ODO/

Just make sure the base is heavier than you think it needs to be.

But at first glance I'd say you do need to reconfigure the kitchen. Pull the old double oven & put in cabinets floor to ceiling. Put a double oven range where the cooktop is, maybe a microwave oven above.

Or ... pull the double oven, build a shelf in that space & buy a standalone combo convection-microwave-air fryer like this:

https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B085SV35MT/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_fabc_ZMERHV9D5M0FZ0040T9D

You might have room for two ovens. Check your electrical feed in that spot.

If you have space above the stove, you could install a ductless vent hood like this one:

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Broan-NuTone-RL6200-Series-30-in-Ductless-Under-Cabinet-Range-Hood-with-Light-in-Stainless-Steel-RL6230SS/300540705

If not, then you'll probably need a window fan with a really high CFM rating. Holmes doesn't rate their fans, which makes me suspect they don't move very much air.

This fan --

https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B0007Q3RQ6

is rated up to 3560 CFM, which is pretty good. And it's designed so that you can close the window it's installed in during bad weather.

(That's a suggestion, not recommendation - I've never used it.)

Check out the kitchen aid one it’s a bit pricey at 60 bucks but it holds whatever I used to cook a meal with and then some too. KitchenAid Full Size Dish Rack, Light Grey https://www.amazon.com/dp/B078JXFBDP/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_M51B18JHX9R7527605SD

You could get a bunch of drawer organizer things? I’m not excellent at visualizing things so I’m not really sure what you mean by “deep“ drawers. But something like these might help!

Swing-A-Way Easy Crank Can Opener. I got this one and I love it. It has more leverage for plunging in, and more leverage for turning and cutting through. It's a pleasure to use. It takes half as many revolutions to finish than the average. There are different sizes, I got this one for the reasons I stated. Also, it works great for large cans, but still works for small cans of tuna. I use it at the edge of counter so my hand isn't touching counter as I turn it. And I think it will last a long time. https://www.amazon.com/Swing-Way-6090-Crank-Opener/dp/B001CD77VO/ref=sr_1_5?dchild=1&keywords=Swing-A-Way&qid=1614138880&sr=8-5

Nice kitchen!

Do you need a dish drying rack?

If yes, there is a 40% off one.

After price is just $23.99.

https://www.amazon.com/LYOUY-Adjustable-Stainless-Drainboard-Countertop/dp/B08GL9VDFB/

Multi tool fish scaler. Looks like it has a knife to slice and scaler.

Multi tool like this one. https://www.amazon.com/Paderno-World-Cuisine-Composite-Stainless/dp/B001HL0IIA

Same design as this one without the knife. https://www.amazon.com/Fish-Scale-Remover-Tool-Cleaning/dp/B08B1PRBF1

Blender Professional Countertop Blender, 2200W High Speed Smoothie Blender/Mixer for Shakes and Smoothies, commercial blender Crusing Ice, Frozen Desser with Timer, 68OZ BPA-Free Tritan Jar, Smoothie Maker Grey BATEERUN (Size1) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B082YF713R/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glc_fabc_vHi9FbFQZKSRG?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

This tub is a nice option for a single bowl sink. Twist the drain at the bottom to close/open. https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B00AVWE7O2/ref=cm\_sw\_em\_r\_mt\_dp\_Gg42Fb15WXQWW?\_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

For your super tiny kitchen this extraction hood will be the best fit. The extraction hood have some special features Ductless Conversion (With Optional Purchase of Carbon Filter Kit, Part # CFK4), Energy efficient motor, High Efficiency LED Lights, Noise Control, Powerful Exhaust, Multi-layer Mesh Filters with thousands of customer review on Amazon.

assuming you are talking about something like this? https://www.amazon.com/Non-Stick-Oven-Liner-Professional-Grade/dp/B0024HAVWE

I never thought of that and maybe I'll get one, but it's the answer to a different question. I'm looking more for something that can seal the gaps between the oven and counter so food doesn't fall outside and under the oven.

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As I typed that I realized you might have meant that I could get those mats and use them to bridge the gaps I'm talking about. I'm not sure how I'd keep them in place, but I like that suggestion and I'll see if I can work with it.