Essential Guide to Embedded Appliance Design

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Having a multitude of appliances sitting on the countertop or placed against the wall can make a space look very cluttered and uncomfortable. Therefore, the embedded design addresses this pain point by concealing all appliances within cabinets or walls.

The Prerequisites for “Embedded Appliance” Design

The design of embedded appliances is not suitable for all spaces, and every design should be pragmatic. Therefore, the design of embedded appliances must meet the following conditions:

1. Sufficient Space Area

The main issue is the kitchen space. Embedded appliances do not mean tearing down part of the wall to shove appliances in, but rather a flexible layout of appliance positions from a holistic perspective.

2. Appliance Dimensions and After-Sales Service

Embedded appliances differ from regular appliances in that they require installation. It is crucial to pay attention to the dimensional relationship between the appliance and the cabinet, or else it won’t fit. Additionally, after-sales service should be considered for future maintenance and care.

The Dimensional Requirements for “Embedded Appliance” Design

There are two main aspects to consider regarding dimensions for embedded appliances: cabinets and appliances.

1) Cabinet Dimension Requirements

Appliances are typically embedded in base cabinets or full-height cabinets. The standard depth of cabinets is approximately 600mm. After arranging the cabinets, ensure there is at least 1200mm of passage space.

Embedded appliances generally have outward-opening doors. Therefore, when the door opens, it occupies part of the passage space. After the door opens, ensure there is enough standing space, typically at least 600mm in width.

Passage width ≥ Appliance door opening size + Standing space

2) Appliance Dimension Requirements

As for which appliances need to be embedded and their dimensions, all must be determined before making the cabinets to facilitate proper size reservation and advance planning for electrical outlets.

Heat Dissipation and Electrical Design Requirements

Heat Dissipation Design Requirements

One critical factor for these embedded appliances is heat dissipation, especially since they are enclosed within cabinets. The closed state can hinder heat dissipation efficiency.

The core logic of heat dissipation is: Maintain distance between the appliance and the cabinet while protecting the cabinet.

Water and Electrical Design Requirements

01. Arrangement of Outlets

It is essential to plan the placement of appliances in advance to arrange and design the outlets accordingly. Generally, outlets should be placed on the side or in adjacent cabinets (with pre-drilled holes), avoiding placement directly behind the appliances.

02. Arrangement of Water Supply and Drainage

Before constructing the cabinets, reserve space based on the locations of the water supply and drainage pipes, as well as the dimensions of the appliances. Remember, in cases of limited depth, do not place the water inlet and outlets directly behind the appliances.

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