Kitchen: The Second Observation Upon Entering My

¶ … Kitchen: The Second Observation

Upon entering my kitchen for a second observation, the first feature I notice is the bright orange walls that remind me of summer. My eyes are then drawn to the wide window with light pouring in. The window has a deep ledge and on this ledge sits a small potted cactus that my brother purchased several days ago. As I look around I notice the large stainless steel appliances and how they compliment the wide expanse of granite countertops. The double-door refrigerator consists of a cold water dispenser and an ice maker. It is five feet tall and four feet wide, but it is built in so it does not overpower the kitchen. It also consists of cheery wood panels that blend well with the rest of the cabinetry. Other major appliances include a microwave sitting above a convection oven, a dishwasher, a wine refrigerator, and a gas cooker directly beneath a stainless steel vent hood. In addition to these, several small stainless steel appliances sit on the countertops, including a coffee maker, kettle, and toaster. The sink is also stainless steel and features a dual temperature faucet and a garbage disposal. As I look to my left, I see the accessory shelf that consists of a stick blender, electric mixer, coffee grinder, food processor, knife block, and chopping board, as well as baking trays, glass mixing bowls, and a collection of stainless steel and non-stick pots and pans. Finally, I look towards the exit of the kitchen and observe the two short corridors, one leading to the laundry room on the left and the other leading to the kitchen balcony on the right.

Differences between the First and Second Observations

After comparing my first and second observations, what stood out the most was the order in which I described certain features. During my first observation, I looked from one end of the kitchen to the other and described the features that I saw in the order that I saw them in. I also described more technical elements, such as measurements and brand names. During my second observation, I described the features that I saw in the order that they drew my attention. I focused less on the elements of each piece and more on how they worked together as a whole.

Although I mentioned many of the same features during both of my observations, I did leave out the cherry wood cabinetry and the deep window ledge during my first observation and the floor space during my second observation.

Reflection

I have spent some time analyzing my two observations and have come to the conclusion that the discrepancies between the two are a result of the mindset that I was in when I wrote them. During my first observation I was more concerned with painting a visual picture of my kitchen, which is why I mentioned the measurements of most of the appliances and the position of certain features in relation to others. During my second observation I let my emotions guide me more, which drew me instantly to the cheerful walls and bright window, then to the granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, which I have always been fond of.