Jalna99--Do you mean that there is no patio outside the front door? Or do you mean that you would like to pull the exterior door forward, under the existing porch roof enough to facilitate movement between rooms more easily? Both actions will require drawings and permits, I have little doubt, The second opton is much more substantial, because you would be creating new habitable space to what is now the exterior side of the structure. I suggest looking through the Houzz resources, and choosing a good bloke with the proper training in design that can steer you through the design and permit process to the extent that it will serve your immediate needs. I wish you the best in your endeavours.

Paint the doors black matt and the fames cream add silver crome door furniture. Huge silver mirror above the covered radiator then add a runner of any colour you like and match it with the lamps and lighting. hey presto done.

I think introducing an angled wall will not give you anything other than something a bit different. We have this in our house and it is difficult re positioning of furniture etc. You are also limiting what you can do it the kitchen, ie removing a wall of presses or increasing the cost of having custom made to fit! You have lots of space so I would leave that as it is. I dont know if you have kids, but think about how you will use this open plan space as they get older and you need more privacy! In relation to upstairs I like the idea of the Jack and jill but prefer the layout of the master bedrooms in the original. That is a really big dressing room compared to the size of the bedroom, but if this is what you wanted go for it!

Hi everyone, I am currently in the process of looking at restoring a derelict house on our house to potentially either live in or rent. I was wondering if there is a requirement in regard to either getting a mortgage or insurance to have the structure signed off on by a structural engineer? I would also appreciate any guidance to other forums that go through the process from start to finish. Thanks in advance