@northern_forge: The counter was not too small. The toaster and blender were simply living in the best prep zone. A pocket-door appliance bay keeps them plugged in and reachable, then gives the work surface back when breakfast starts. The useful part is the boring part: door clearance, outlet placement, and a shelf that can actually carry the appliances. Which appliance takes over your counter first? #KitchenStorage #KitchenDesign #HomeOrganization #FutureLifeHome