Transforming a kitchen to gain storage space but retain light?
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5 years ago
- This client needed alot more storage space but didn't want to lose light in the already dark north facing kitchen. I suggested blocking up the windows and doors on the external wall (to the left of the first picture) as they faced a fence and didn't let much light in anyway. We added a roof lantern and a lighter bifold door system to help bring the outside in.
This enabled us to create a whole wall of storage opposite the island and make the kitchen a much more practical working space. We recommended the builders and managed the whole project from start to finish.
The client is very happy with the end result.
What do you think?
Was losing the doors on the left hand side the right thing to do?
You can see more of the project including the upstairs bathroom here -
https://www.houzz.co.uk/projects/5567703/woodford-a-contemporary-classic
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