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Thanks! I was also leaning to leaving the short wall alone but wanted some outside advice :) appreciate the opinions!

Not a thing about this kitchen would make me happy and I try so hard to avoid Chineses wood products.

A McSo. Couldn't the base of 15cm overhang be supported end to end with steel. As a single steel structure mounted on the larger cabinet area visible here. It should be sufficient for supporting the extension. Corbels will provide additional support but IMHO may not be required. Have you thought about an semi circular or a D shape counter to avoid sharp edges. Thanks, Nitin Cornerstone Designs, Bangalore.