I'm guessing by the layout, and fireplaces that it's an old Victorian building. The only thing to remember with flats is that unless you are the sole Freeholder as well as the leaseholder, then you have to get permission from the Freeholder for just about anything internally with regards moving / knocking down walls. I would say, that the best thing to do would be to have a small archway from lounge ( bed 2 ) in to the kitchen diner. The next owner can easily re-instate the wall if they want 2 bedrooms back.....................obviously 2 beds is more valuable than 1. Moving the Kitchen to the bedroom is a better idea and should be achievable as there is clearly drain access out the back near the toilet. If you were to do that you end up with a great sized lounge / diner in the biggest room. You have to take the advice of a structural engineer though, due to it being a flat as you need to know what's structural. I personally nearly always run things past a local estate agent to confirm that my changes are going to add value. I would imagine that a large / spacious well layed out one bed is going to be similar in value to a cramped 2 bed.

Slightly adjust your design. 1. Move the entire island outward. You'd still need to be able to safely pass the openend DW, even though in reality the dishwasher is mostly closed.. Aisle 90cm is a minimum without appliances, but with them go for 120cm. My guess is cabinet 3 is 100cm? If so, please place the oven in the tall cabinets and have drawers under the hob (looks nicer too). 2. Switch 5 and 7 and with other cabinet widths you can still have your sink centered in front of the window. DW is still next to the sink (I find that very practical) and closer to the uppers (nice for unloading), but not entirely in the corner (place to stand). Below the same sink cabinet, but a smaller corner cabinet (50cm door instead of 60?). And here 4x60cm doors (would be my preference, plus all appliances integrated) and the few cms you need to center the sink are in the corner cabinet's offset.

It is cheaper to keep the shower room in the same place. But personally I would save money on vaulted ceilings and Velux windows as I think the right layout will give the biggest bang for your buck.

Hello Karen, WOW what a fantastic project and this open plan space looks incredible. I feel the positioning of the living area and dining area works well and makes complete sense from what you have said about the views etc. My concern is the kitchen as I feel the current position/layout is a bit of an obstruction and to me the space does not flow efficiently and effectively. I would switch the island around so it sits the opposite way and then you could potentially have your hob on the island which will sit in front of the tall units where your ovens and fridge will be. This way the kitchen layout will work a lot better. I have attached a quick sketch below so you can see what I mean. Also this way it will give you more room around your dining table meaning the whole space will flow a lot better. You have asked quite a few questions here so I would be more than happy to discuss all of this through an online video design consultation. I provide a personalised design service by working closely with my clients to create a space that reflects their personalities and way of living. I would love to talk in more detail with you about this exciting project, so please do get in touch and we can look at ways to see how I can help to create your dream space. Regards, Hannah