Should I Remodel My Kitchen Without a Traditional Oven?

Kelli Foster
Kelli FosterSenior Contributing Food Editor
Kelli is a Senior Contributing Food Editor for Kitchn. She's a graduate of the French Culinary Institute and author of the cookbooks, Plant-Based Buddha Bowls, The Probiotic Kitchen, Buddha Bowls, and Everyday Freekeh Meals. She lives in New Jersey.
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Q: I’m wondering if I should remodel my kitchen without a traditional oven. I have a two-bedroom condo with a tiny kitchen. I’m thinking of remodeling and putting in a cooktop and using a Breville Smart Oven in lieu of a range or wall oven.

The thought being I’d rather have the extra storage and counter space when not in use. I’m usually cooking for myself or a small group. The Breville could go in a drawer (or in a closet right around the corner) when not in use to free up counter space.

The negatives I see are mostly in resale. I’d like to know if anybody has gone this route and what people think.

Sent by Jim

Editor: Readers, what do you think? Do you have any advice for Jim?

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