@kazzh Adding a wall as suggested by HU won't allow for the intention of an open plan with the living room as and adding a wall by the current opening will remove a lot of afternoon light from the living room. Adding the laundry to the pantry is certainly possible, it's an idea that has been considered, but we didn't know a) how possible it was to create a new waste pipe and where to run to, possibly the bathroom next door. b) how to position the pantry area to consider a reduced length of waste pipe to avoid a mass of disruption of other units ie cutting holes in them. Moving the patio door isn't impossible, as we can just brick up the current and add a window, then add a patio door to the extension. Thank you so much so far!

We just repainted some doors in a rustoleum kitchen cupboard paint which is a darker colour but it was painted on with a short hair roller and you can't tell its been painted by hand ie so they might not use a brush as such but still a roller would be classed as hand painted vs spray painted (if that makes sense). Nightmare re the scratches though!  I would have expected them to send new units/doors to replace the ones you have now and then the old ones get sent back once the new ones are ready. That's what happened with our old kitchen ie the company we bought off got the manufacturer to send new ones as they had someone come and inspect them and agreed that they hadn't been prepped properly as the paint came off the edges. That way we weren't left without kitchen doors for months!

once you draw it to scale and position the kitchen and island there isn't enough space for a sitting area ( where you have dining) also it would be too tight to have the sitting area where the kitchen is on the plans. you need walking round space and you would have to have a sofa that is max 2,5 m wide and it would still feel a bit tight. I have actually tested it. Since a first glance yes the idea of a kitchen island looks good. But when you put everything in, you see that it just doesn't work well. I used to be a kitchen designer back in the day and I always hated that most designers didn't consider all elements of the space and how everything works together, but only cared that the kitchen is as big as possible since they get paid commission on the % of the price. Just in case if the kitchen designer was trying to convince you to have the kitchen there with big island. you could have a peninsula if you wanted I don't see an issue with that. If you want send me a DM and I can schedule a complementary 30 min zoom and show you in 3d what do I mean.

Hi, Extending your kitchen into the dining room to create a kitchen diner is a great way to open up the space and improve functionality. Consider the layout to ensure smooth flow between the two areas, possibly incorporating an island or breakfast bar to divide the space. Lighting is key, so use a mix of task and ambient lighting, along with natural light through windows or doors. Ensure design cohesion by choosing complementary flooring, cabinetry, and colours across both areas. Thoughtful storage solutions, such as built-in cabinetry or a sideboard, can help maximise space. Be sure to budget for structural work and check for necessary permits to comply with regulations. A kitchen-diner extension offers more room for cooking, dining, and socialising, enhancing both the functionality and feel of your home.