Flush or step down floor level?

8 years ago

We are building an extension and really need advice on whether or not to add a 30cm drop in floor level (2x 15cm steps into dining room and in hallway). The ground level lowers from the house so if we do not step down, we will be left with a 70cm high patio area to construct to access the lawn area. I like the idea of using the step to zone the space maybe using tiles in extension and keeping wooden flooring in original house but will we or guests/ kids/ everyone constantly trip up and down? Any thoughts suggestions most welcome!

Zoning like this between spaces is an idea....
http://houzz.co.uk/s/m=7/u=L3VrL3Bob3Rvcy82Njc1MzYxL2NhbnRvbi1kZS12YXVkLXN3aXR6ZXJsYW5kLXRyYW5zaXRpb25hbC1kaW5pbmctcm9vbS1vdGhlci1tZXRybw==

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JPK DESIGN LTD
8 years ago
Stepping the floor can work well, but how about creating a raised patio or decking on the outside to help break the levels?

http://www.jpkdesign.co.uk/portfolio/mr-b-sneyd-green/
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JPK DESIGN LTD
8 years ago
The steps 'sketched on' in the hallway would be dangerous and wouldn't comply with the building regulations, there should be a landing when you have a door swing, so the steps would have to be positioned as you enter the kitchen area.
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rebecca_bullimore
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8 years ago
Thanks JPK Designs! We will most certainly be having some form of raised patio area and the picture you have supplied looks great! We would probably position the kitchen doorway somewhere else or remove it all together (regs permitting) Friend and family are 50-50 on the internal steps issue so any extra info that can help us decide before this week is really useful. Pros: higher ceiling in extension, zoned purpose to the old dining room, allows for differing floor treatments. Cons: potential trip hazard, may get annoying if we have children, less flexibility to layout furniture differently.

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