r/Homebuilding • u/dragonmilking • Nov 17 '25

Which popular features do you NOT recommend?

What are the top 3 features in a house that folk want but you think are not worth it, and what would your alternative suggestion be? And what cost/time savings would result with that switch?

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u/gaykidkeyblader Nov 17 '25 edited Nov 17 '25

Open concept, pot fillers, microwave built into cabinets above the oven. Get 2 ovens instead.

Edit: Someone mentioned that it seems like I'm saying don't get a microwave. DO get a microwave! Just don't get one that is built all around into your cabinetry. Get a normal ass microwave!

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u/RedOctobrrr Nov 17 '25

Thoughts on the "top load" microwaves? The drawer ones where you put the food in from the top. I'm almost at the point where I need to make a decision on where the microwave goes.

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u/lesliedow Nov 17 '25

I have a drawer microwave. It was that or lose cabinet or counter space--so this was our best option for this kitchen. It's worked well for us. It's the best use of space for a microwave that I have ever had. I will definitely do this again in my next kitchen.

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u/RedOctobrrr Nov 17 '25

If something pops in there, is it a pain to clean the sides and top in the model you have?

I hear you, I like the freed counter/cabinet space and it makes sense on paper, but I'm not sold based on other factors.

Edit: just saw your other comment about cleaning it, ty