appliances. It is also good practice to leave at least 30cm of work surface each side of a cooker to allow for preparation and setting down pans etc.
The larger kitchens and subsequently the larger your triangle is, the more steps between the appliances, and therefore the more work and effort is needed. If you do have a big kitchen, why not have a cooking area and sitting area, therefore breaking up the space and keeping within the perameters of the work triangle
When you start producing a kitchen design, it is easier to start with the sink, as this is often kept in a fixed position, which is normally by the window. Lets be honest, to most of us washing up is a chore and it’s worth making it as pleasant as possible and fitting the sink under a window gives you something to look out to but also means you are working in natural light. It is also worth noting that most houses are designed with the plumbing under the window, making installation easier and costs down.