Architect's DIY Kitchen Makeover Part 1 - Sketching and Planning

[@30by40]

Use an iPad to sketch? Download the pens, brushes + canvases you see in the video here: architect-entrepreneur.teachable.com/p/30x40-s-procreate-pack/

[@rubertsint4273]

once completed please show the final master piece so that we can visualize much more

[@LatinoyContento]

Thank you

[@eonasan]

what type of iPad is this? It looks smaller

[@30by40]

@@eonasan details here: thirtybyforty.com/blog/ipad-for-architects-do-you-need-one

[@jafargraciel]

Eric, you are one of the biggest inspirations for young and old architects on the planet.

[@30by40]

Cheers my friend...appreciate that!

[@AfzalSiddiqui10]

Indeed true

[@MatthewEncina]

Love watching this sketching process and how you think through thins Eric. Excited to see how this turns out.

[@30by40]

Thanks, Matthew...appreciate the kind words + support! \m/

[@visualistener]

I was literally thinking "I wonder if Matthew has seen this, maybe he'd get new ideas!"

[@raydejesus6230]

Thanks, 12 minutes of content that has made my month. Have really missed you. Hope to see more on the Outpost.

[@30by40]

Outpost is on "pause"....hoping to update soon...

[@JennieJSullins]

“Designing and living in a place you designed, you just can’t help but become a better designer for it.” I couldn’t agree more. 👏🏼 Great video, excited to see the IKEA cabinet refacing. It’s always one of my favorite improvements!

[@Emperor1118]

Eric: I have 2 Master’s in Civil Engineering and of Transportation Planning & English from NYU… and I gave up on Civil Engg after working for NYC Dept of Transportation within first 2 years… I never had any Prof that was _so kind in explaining and teaching values of building and planning_ … ….and I am not alone, as many like me left Engg for Banking and Finance in the 90’s… Your *Best Value* is an exceptional quality of teaching others _for creating value_ and that is why I am drawn to your videos.. I will approach you later this year for Design of construction project outside the US… I know you are busy to venture outside but I still would take a chance… Consider this as Best Compliment to your way of teaching and service oriented attitude ! 🙏🏼💐✌️🦋✅

[@ValentinosDemetriou1987]

Can't wait for part 2 of this series!!! Such an inspiration!

[@saleemibrahim52]

Love being an architect.. the attention to detail in every move is always soothing to watch! I hope to have such insight and execution as years go by!

[@mustafasarkisla]

Such a great content. Not only the things you've mentioned but also the camera angles and scene compositions. Perfection in every aspect. Wonderful job. You're definitely one of my idols as a metalhead architect.

[@30by40]

thAnks for noticing, my friend.... appreciate that! \m/

[@AllexKreuz]

Eric, You're honestly the best architect in the world! Hi from Russia!

[@30by40]

Cheers mate...super kind of you to say!

[@chadgutierrez_music]

I'm in loved with the production quality. The added music score made it more engaging.. feels like a movie 👌

[@seanahern9160]

The jobs-to-be-done method of planning all of your kitchen space is so cool. The logical mapping to project chunks, and each having a purpose for your kitchen use, make so much sense. Going to borrow this at home!

[@ambivalentdisaster673]

Ask anyone who ever grew up poor about the practicality of some of these designs that are popular right now- you are completely right about living in the space and finding out the ups and downs. Always like to see your progress. I appreciate your channel.

[@guillermo7777]

Woooow real nice, can wait to see part 2 3 4 wherever…. It no matter i can keep watching this all day long,real nice content, straight to the point, simple solutions, well explains, nice style, simple but elegant, thanks for showing all the process on the renovations, is amazing the little details make the difference, thanks again

[@elunico389]

I love this video. By seeing the amount of details you go through and the the thought process behind each idea really gives a greater sense of appreciation.

[@MAR108]

I’m glad you mentioned the differences between designing a space and living in that designed space. I install high end wall coverings and sometimes I wish I could convince the designers and architects on certain materials for certain spaces.

[@rubenca5586]

You're such an inspiration, thank you kindly for the time you invest in producing such insightful content.

[@masterpiecetv9066]

Well done and Thank You for all You do! You've inspired me actually, to start my own channel.

[@qgallagh]

A bit concerned about a 1/4” reveal at the bottom of the backsplash - typically, with any kitchen design, when you transition from a vertical to horizontal you want to smooth out that transition. This is why you have cove bases in kitchens. With the reveal, you’ll end up with gunk and grime that will be very hard to clean.

[@qgallagh]

That being said… I like the rest of your decisions haha

[@30by40]

The dreaded cove base...not a good look for a residential kitchen! Looking forward to presenting the final solution, don't forget: material thickness plays a role.

[@qgallagh]

@@30by40 Looking forward to it as well!

[@robthewaywardwoodworker9956]

I thought the same thing... it's like a mini version of not having that toe kick at the floor. Form over function, perhaps. Looking forward to the final reveal!

[@marryamakbaar3014]

It’s fascinating to look into the mind of an architect in the process of making .. 🙌🏻 Thank you for sharing 🙏🏻

[@robertrusso877]

Like you I try to get the most functionality from one thing as possible, but I’ve found in the end that simple is better. I think you may end up with the same issues with your shelves near the stove as you did before. Cooking grease coats everything and you may regret having the shelves do double or triple duty as you’ll be cleaning them constantly. Also, I wouldn’t put that 1/4” reveal at the counter either. Just another place for small crumbs and grease to collect and you find yourself one day trying to scrape out debris with an old plastic knife wondering why you designed it in the first place, lol! Just my humble opinion. Can’t wait to see the finished product.

[@TheFisherLarry]

I love how you draw white black - It is so nice!

[@rheesmiles]

This is going to help me with my parents kitchen renovation. You’re such an inspiration Eric ☺️

[@30by40]

cheers...working with your parents is both a challenge and, an honor. Try to keep both in mind (speaking from experience)...!

[@Laszlo-Szabo]

I also have a cutting board over the sink. It is practical and smart. Because it usually gets messy and this way it is easy to clean.

[@vitoorvieeira]

you put so much effort into these videos they turn out being satisfying to watch

[@soussant8161]

Simple, beautiful and functional, Such a Hassle free life!

[@GhostedStories]

Excited to see the finish product!

[@neobaloyii]

Your channel is incredible and inspiring, please keep at it

[@solokalkatiri9535]

Can't wait for the next episode. nice job as always

[@binusha]

Love the process and sketches Eric 😊

[@Fabsurf101]

I like your honesty as an architect facing real problems and from your previous design issues with new solutions. A stronger CFM ventilator would be a great asset but unfortunately, most North American products are just mediocre.

[@swdesignstudios9305]

Been waiting for this video . I just watch these videos for warming up my mind . Thanks 30x40

[@christophermoody1448]

This video demonstrates the importance of organization. Great video!

[@fiercekrypton]

So ready for the rest of this.

[@darwinmcquerter7463]

Eric, great video, love to hear your planning process.

[@slashclash21bharat]

Super precise, concise, insightful and authentic. Thank you very much for sharing these wonderful observations. Best wishes from India (Shimla).

[@miketing6971]

Great episode as always Eric. Re the range hood make sure you use smooth ducting to the outside. In NZ people often use this cheap plastic concertina tubing which just creates friction and dramatically slows down the air flow potential. The smoother the better.

[@30by40]

All smooth metal now...I also found a few interesting cost cutting solutions when I pulled the original ductwork...

[@joaotfs353]

Nice! can't wait for next parts

[@bautialbelo7955]

I really love and admire your content, your forms to exprese your art are incredible. Thanks for this masterpieces and many others. Regards from Argentina🇦🇷♥️

[@blackmamba-em2uu]

Great to see the thought process..

[@ivanshy598]

loved the video content can't wait for the 2nd part of this video

[@ruizjuanmauricio]

The creative process and the step by step is fantastic, it´s a wonderful video to understand the architect's work at all levels. made me feel inspired. Congratulations (sorry my english). Greetings from CL.

[@chrisnovelli-n3architecture]

Looks like a fun project for your kitchen, thanks for sharing

[@philipmartin4341]

Philip here...I had fun watching this Eric... your videos are always stimulating... also maybe consider a double sink? makes life a lot easier... I have had several small kitchens with one sink and then drainer doesn't work for me... however you could still have the sliding cutting board etc and fitted drainer if you are hand washing cooking stuff and then have the extra convenience of the second sink?... food for thought but I love your architectural and interior style Eric!

[@Earth_Systems]

Great video Eric ! Lovely to see that fellow architects also have to re-design / upgrade their own budget kitchens 'on a budget'. It can be hard for us sometimes, designing $100k kitchens for clients by day and then coming home to last centuries Ikea. I really enjoyed the enthusiasm for the small details. My favourite idea, the shelf inserts, as pull-out beer flights to match the glasses. Would leather get grubby and detract from the clean lines in your inspiration images? I’d go for a routed ergonomic finger-pull with a Rams-esque radius. Nice! Cheers Dom \m/

[@Tangably]

Love it. Gorgeous as always!

[@marounjayden]

Great video Eric, was waiting for this after the short. Keep them up!

[@charlesjenkins8078]

Great ideas. Thanks for the video and insight.

[@bouassidaabir3465]

Big fan ! You always blow my mind

[@ArielBaloy]

This is awesome!

[@iamywyh2323]

A MAZING DESIGN . THX YOU !!!

[@fistofthenorthstar3155]

I would suggest tempered frosted glass as a protection plate on the back wall. Very easy to maintain, it fits easily with modern designs, and it is very durable. My customers highly demand it for the last 2-3 years here in Norway.

[@30by40]

not exactly DIY though...

[@fistofthenorthstar3155]

@@30by40 Really? 😮 Then it is different in the USA. Here you can buy it anywhere... except in Ikea, they have only laminated onces, and they cost like a good glass backsplash. The cheap ones are around 25-30 bucks. Usually, they are like 50-60, and exclusive ones are about 150-200 bucks. Plates come with holes and screws in the packet.

[@30by40]

Outlets are reqd by code at every 24"o.c., and cutting those in (tempered) glass is Def not for the diy'er!

[@fistofthenorthstar3155]

@@30by40 Yeah, it is definitely different in the USA than in North Europe. 🧐

[@TangentOmega]

When design is simplified, like cabs turned to shelves, the toekick removed, low maintenance countertops to high maintenance, ask yourselves...over the years, why were they made more complex? It was to solve a problem they created.. My advise, as a home cook, on organizing the pantry with individual containers ... will you take the time to fill them every week? How hard will it be to clean those low profile shelves? Overall, it looks great.

[@jame5j]

This is perfect timing. I’m hoping to diy my own kitchen in the coming weeks. Was going to use open shelves, but definitely going to rethink that. Also wanted the base units on legs, but having second thoughts now too. Although I think that maybe you’re implementation didn’t help, may have been too low, with too many legs. I’ve worked in multiple cafes with raised the units on a steel pedestal (maybe 8” high) and it was easy to sweep underneath.

[@30by40]

For sure...too many + too short...more "furniture-like" might have been fine e...also, my wife hates toe kicks...so, it's complicated!

[@jame5j]

@@30by40 I really like the more ‘furniture like’ aesthetic, but I think practicality will win-out on this internal argument. Haha. As an aside, thank you for taking the time to share you’re book. I’ve found it invaluable while working towards professional accreditation myself. Particularly the audio book version.

[@online_screen_name]

The reveal and the cut outs on the backsplash and shelving details will look great, however, having loved with something similar, they are hard to keep clean.

[@30by40]

My entire house has reveals...everywhere...but admittedly, I hire a cleaner...

[@SpiritowlTV]

so excited

[@etual22]

Love your work

[@niza4ever]

Eric: your architects favourite architect

[@imadasmone8915]

Pure inspiration ❤️

[@Arya-td5yl]

Loved it 👍🏻

[@yolayola5906]

I really love this that the logical aspects are being considered and informed not only the aesthetic aspects

[@jscott-densic7104]

Even with a new, more powerful exhaust fan, I fear that you will have many of the same problems you experienced previously with open shelving. This convenience works in commercial kitchens because the items stored on shelves are used, washed, and replaced on a more or less daily basis. Home kitchens just don't have that volume. So unless you plan to store only the number of drinking glasses that your family uses each day, you're going to end up washing some twice (before and after use). I'm guessing that the art work you refer to is in form of something washable (decorative tiles?). Also, the chef in me screams that cooking oils want to be stored in a dark place, not near heat and light where they more quickly spoil.

[@30by40]

We've been living with the new changes for a while now, new hood makes a huge difference! Works for us, as we keep only the things we regularly wash on the shelf...

[@jscott-densic7104]

@@30by40 Is the new fan by chance 6" wider that the cooktop? Always looks better than exactly matching the cooktop width (IMHO), and needless to say performs better. In any case, happy to hear that you have something that works!

[@orangecookie.]

Great ideas and insights! Have you considered a toekick drawer?

[@bohdanbonka]

we're gonna add a toekick like everybody else in the world allready has .... oh man that was so funny :D :D :D

[@nattyphysicist]

Did you say that you were going to put glasses on open shelving that previously collected a lot of cooking vapors?

[@jerowns]

I would love to know where you’ve bought that wood sample pack? I work as interior and furniture builder and always have a hard time searching for picture of wood types to show clients

[@TheSamirG]

Best ad for ipad!

[@30by40]

They are so fun to use...

[@TheSamirG]

@@30by40 The iPad will probably be game changer for solo practice. Will give it a try.

[@mmmdesignllc]

I’d use oxalic acid on you kitchen countertop that is discolored. Hint, do the entire surface at the same time. Let it sit overnight, neutralize with backing soda before refinish.

[@30by40]

Cheers, thanks...sanding produced some amazing results for us...led to a new design idea...more soon!

[@mmmdesignllc]

@@30by40 If you never used Oxalic Acid, it will evenly remove stains over the entire surface. Kind of a uniform finish. Watch out for sanding you can over sand and get low spots. I refurnish a lot of furniture and I love Architecture. Love the channel

[@30by40]

@@mmmdesignllc great tips, thanks for sharing!

[@ql7477]

Careful of adding reveal to Top-Back Splash transition. Crumb catcher!

[@BallisticLife]

Very very interesting to see you design affordances that have explicit intentions or uses to them (eg. bespoke details like the built-in spot for a tablet). Are these affordances a result of existing behavior, or do they come from "I think it would be nice to have a spot dedicated for this"? No judgement, I'm just really curious about your design process. I've been thinking a lot lately about the jump from general purpose affordances (eg. a flat surface you can put anything on, a space on the wall that anything could hang on) to spaces with explicit intentions, and how we decide to make that jump.

[@BallisticLife]

"Affordance" might be the wrong word. I just mean designed pieces that are built to be used rather than avoided or only seen

[@Avolosik]

Eric - Im curious about that box of wood samples? Looks really nice and handy. Is it available somewhere?

[@30by40]

Samples are from: www.vermontfarmtable.com/collections/material-samples

[@MaiklOksov]

I`ll be waiting for new video of making kitchen)

[@Thedimka]

what are you thought on making countertops deeper, like 7-10 inches more that a standard depth?

[@jscott-densic7104]

I think you're on to something here. When I have a separate cooktop and oven setup (rather than a stand alone stove), I always make the countertop deeper around the cooktop. I trained as a chef and always appreciate the extra space when cooking. Here in Eric's case, it would also mean that he could use a standard depth refrigerator instead of a counter depth fridge and still have the fronts of the cabinets flush across that back of the kitchen. And having soon to be two teenage boys, I'm sure the extra space in the refrigerator would also come in handy!

[@placacentrocasamania]

the problem with the fronts is due the absence of drip under the countertop. Like you made for roof the same environment you have for the countertop. saludos Gerardo

[@30by40]

Nope, it's the thermofoil veneer...very cheap material!

[@dereckpaul6225]

LOVE YOUR VIDEOS. WHAT APP ARE YOU USING TO DO YOUR SKETCHES?

[@30by40]

Cheers, thanks! Details on the sketching app here: thirtybyforty.com/procreate-brushes-for-architectural-sketching

[@SarbiraPreece]

Pardon me, Ive just come across this video and immersing myself in the details..but what is that program you use to sketch out the plans and 3d sketches on the Ipad?

[@vrushikgajjar2846]

BIG FAN, how did you pull that background on procreate in your ipad? I love the dark/grid background for sketching.

[@30by40]

Cheers...custom canvas I made, it's included with this: architect-entrepreneur.teachable.com/p/30x40-s-procreate-pack/

[@luwang6470]

Great video!!! part 2 coming soon?

[@30by40]

Waiting on a few things to arrive to install...soon, I hope!

[@nalituts]

Design it, Live it, become a better designer for it

[@samedy.2530]

What font do you use in the video? They’re so clean.

[@burotroglodito7742]

Amazing

[@mariocortes8231]

Greetings from Costa Rica. In your workflow, these ipad sketches can be exported to SKP and use your skp? Template. If so, I am interested in acquiring both templates. Thank you. ps: here we work with important detail meters

[@bryanmeeker9404]

What’s the brand and model of your pantry with the frosted glass?

[@reviewsicle8295]

Will the kixstand be coming back in stock?

[@sunalwaysshinesonTVs]

Hows the kitchen?

[@recklessthor4]

Have you thought about using a Wacom tablet for sketching?

[@30by40]

Have you tried the iPad? With Procreate it's an amazing combo

[@recklessthor4]

@@30by40 I have tried the iPad back in like 2010 and I hated the Apple software. I might try it again but I don't like Apple as a company with the fight against right to repair.

[@jMacs.]

road to 1M subscribers!!! 😎

[@juliorosa2846]

Amazing Video can someone tell me what is the name of the sketch program used on the video? Looks cool.

[@30by40]

Details here: architect-entrepreneur.teachable.com/p/30x40-s-procreate-pack/

[@juliorosa2846]

@@30by40 Thank you very much I'm thinking on buying an ipad for free hand and architectural sketching. Best regards.

[@MithutheBakra]

you really thought this through

[@a-taller]

Interesting!!!

[@trowawayacc]

I have a question. I imagine you had a company meeting with the family before begining this proyect. Are this ideas all yours or do they respond to someone else needs?

[@30by40]

My wife and I are the clients...

[@wandamelamare1935]

I like the Inflames T-shirt though. :)

[@30by40]

good eye, jesterhead \m/\m/

[@cvbalido]

Great video! Can't wait to see the process

[@abidangurung3270]

hi what app is that you using to draw the design? is it apple or mac tablet ? pretty cool .

[@30by40]

Details here: architect-entrepreneur.teachable.com/p/30x40-s-procreate-pack/

[@grafficar]

My wife and I are two years into our home we built and I'm in a constant state of snagging...how did you last 14 years?! haha

[@adriandeb2710]

Nice video, what app,software are you using on your ipad please.

[@30by40]

thirtybyforty.com/procreate-brushes-for-architectural-sketching

[@mishadat]

hey there, great content! what is the name of an app you are using for sketch?

[@30by40]

Details here: thirtybyforty.com/procreate-brushes-for-architectural-sketching

[@savedbybravado4382]

Apple should sponsor you, you make using the iPad look like a joy

[@30by40]

Agree! I genuinely love using it with Procreate

[@dalalalaqeel4453]

Hello. What is the program you are using to sketch please.

[@30by40]

Details here: architect-entrepreneur.teachable.com/p/30x40-s-procreate-pack/

[@dk988-y]

Whats the software you're using?

[@jayd9203]

I have the same question.

[@30by40]

Details here: thirtybyforty.com/procreate-brushes-for-architectural-sketching