New extension plan/layout

9 years ago

Hello, we have just had plans passed for a side extension to our 70's bungalow. We added a loft conversion,3 beds bathroom and en suite, 2 years ago and now look to join up the detached garage, add a new kitchen, utility room, side entrance and a master bedroom with en suite and wardrobe.

The old bits of the house I will take out a wall between the study and dining room to make a formal lounge.

Any ideas to improve the layout would be welcome.

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Jonathan
9 years ago
Just a couple of thoughts:
If you recessed the side door there will be no confusion about which door is the front door.
If your utility room was wider and less deep it would intrude less into the kitchen area and your island could be closer to the sink leaving more room for a dining area.
Personally I would rethink the layout of the main bedroom: think about the window that will have the best view, where you want the bed and the size of the ensuite. It seems that the bedroom is huge but the second bedroom has a better ensuite - personally I would have a bigger square ensuite and square dressing room across the front and perhaps a vaulted ceiling in the bedroom.
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I like Option 2 honestly. Obviously you are finding it hard to visalize what the space will look like but honestly that is a huge space so I would recommend putting in the utility considering what you gain from it. You gain a space where you can block out the sound of the washing machine- who wants that sound when your eating dinner? Also washing is unsightly- do you wants piles of clothes in your nice brand spanking new kitchen? In terms of the corridor you are going to have lots of light coming through from the new extension. When you enter the front door and can see straight through to the garden spaces feel much bigger than they actually are anyway. Also who says it has to be boring. Have some fun wallpaper or colourful art hanging. Also if you want to make something more spacious use sliding doors for utility and wc. Less items infringing on corridor space. And lastly, the reception is purely personal preference based upon how your family function. Personally I prefer two rooms. Allows for more space to get away from the open plan area. Mini adults room and a kids room/study. Hope this helps
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