6m x 6.2m open plan kitchen/living/diner
Hi guys, we are having a single storey rear extension to accommodate a new open plan living space. As you can see from the plans, we are moving the kitchen from the front to the back, and adding a snug in its place.
I am seeking advice for how to use our new extension area to its full potential. We have 4 children (22,19,17,15) our eldest 2 both have partners, so In general, our house is always pretty busy!!
We went to wren yesterday and have a design in place but I fear we are compromising our living space.
Any suggestions are warmly welcomed and any photos of a similar kitchen gratefully received.
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last monthJohnathan went along the same lines I did but has found you more space for the open plan area
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Without looking at all the measurements in the layout as we usually would when designing the layout of a room like this - it is hard to tell exactly what we would recommend as optimal for the space. We also do an in-depth briefing session before each layout package - however, there are a few things I would point out that I hope help...
1) I prefer the utility room as it is in terms of size, flow and access. You could add the access as part of the kitchen if you moved the kitchen to that side of the room. Using a faux door like in this kitchen. I think it works better than having it in the living area.
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2) If possible I would try squaring the room up rather than walking into a dark box-like area at the entry. Making the under-stair storage, a cupboard in the hallway instead. That will have a more open feel I believe.
3) Yes, the image for Wren looks cluttered - this is partly due to the "lifestyle" things that don't need to be there but also the incorrect sizing of some of the furniture pieces. However, the flow in general, the access in getting to the dining table, the size of the living area and the outlook of the kitchen are all better in Jonathan's design than on the original.
When we work on layouts we begin (the briefing) by working out what you need in the space i.e how large your kitchen needs to be, how many units you need, and what appliances. We then also have a table size (sitting 8/10/12 - extending?), these things are then plotted into the space.
Have you tried this?I think especially with the kitchen - that will be key to getting a space that works for you.
Does moving it to the position Jonathan mentioned, get you the size you want? Does it have everything you need? - if so, I would consider moving it here for sure.
I hope it helps. All the best, Gina
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