Open plan extension design
hapiak
7 years ago
Need advice on how to get maximum light into a open plan extension.
On the pictures - the current bifolds and door are in the wrong place but I'm not sure what design/option to go with. Sliding doors? Bifolds in the middle with separate windows either side? Simply swap doors and window? The kitchen area is a low ceiling and then the extension will open up to roof with velux.
The wall faces north east into a large private garden - the house is a bungalow so garden does get the sun. The patio will go along the full extension.
Also any advice on how to plan the open living welcome. Currently planning white L shape kitchen with central island (not as in picture) then dining running parallel to island followed by living area at bottom end.
On the pictures - the current bifolds and door are in the wrong place but I'm not sure what design/option to go with. Sliding doors? Bifolds in the middle with separate windows either side? Simply swap doors and window? The kitchen area is a low ceiling and then the extension will open up to roof with velux.
The wall faces north east into a large private garden - the house is a bungalow so garden does get the sun. The patio will go along the full extension.
Also any advice on how to plan the open living welcome. Currently planning white L shape kitchen with central island (not as in picture) then dining running parallel to island followed by living area at bottom end.
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