Yachting Pages Refit Guide 2018-2019

15 GALLEY, CATERING & KITCHEN EQUIPMENT involve the galley designer early in the process, which will reap rewards later. A frequent problem with yacht galleys is not just a lack of space, but also to do with the proportions of the galley area. So defining the galley’s floor space and access points before fixing the GA is crucial. How do you start to plan a refit? Do the groundwork and involve the chef and stewards to find out what is good and bad about the galley, what is liked and not liked. Be realistic about the budget required. Professional marine galley furniture and equipment is expensive but ultimately a worthwhile investment because of the improved performance, durability and hygiene aspects that it brings to the galley. Superyacht galleys will in most cases have been custom built and carefully assembled on site, so you can see how the costs add up. What makes a good galley? Form should follow function. Knowing the routine in a busy galley, a good designer will concentrate on getting the workflow right, then specify the appliances and finally work on the galley aesthetic. They will aim to maximise worktop space, storage and refrigeration capacity in the galley. Other considerations are good ventilation, lighting, good sight lines for communication, as well as easy-to-clean designs to maintain the highest hygiene standard. See our advert on page 104 “ That cooker (Levante 3) is probably the best piece of kit I’ve fitted to my boat in the last ten years ” KIERAN FLATT EDITOR OF YACHTING MONTHLY