Kitchen-Diner extension advice (thanks!) :-)
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2morefeet
7 years agoRelated Discussions
Help with planning space for kitchen / diner / living extension
Comments (16)I think that what you want is achievable with very careful planning. A separate utility room is an absolute godsend and you won't regret it. I would definitely use sliding or folding doors as someone else suggested, otherwise you won't fit washing baskets etc. in there. In the kitchen, you need to plan the layout of units really carefully to make the best use of the space. I've given a suggestion but it depends on your priorities. I'd push the dining table as far against the wall as possible, using a bench to maximise seating. You should manage a couple of seats at the island, although you'll have to sacrifice storage space for them. Then try having the couch at a right angle as shown - I know it might seem strange that it has its back to the door, but I think it makes sense. The children's play area is self contained, with a large rug and maybe a couple of bean bags. The couch itself should be as slimline as possible while still being cosy. A whole wall of storage will help to keep all of the toys and games tidy. The only thing I haven't managed to include is a tv- I think the wall facing the couch is all glass? You could possibly put one in the storage unit but it would be at right angles to the couch, so not the best position. Maybe go without?...See Morea kitchen diner with one side of the extension at an angle
Comments (6)Thanks for your replies, apologies for not getting back sooner. Our plan is to remove the walls between reception & extension, put in RSJ to support. Keep a small section of old kitchen for utility room & increase wc space. The reception room area will be our chill out space overlooking the new kitchen. Just finding it difficult to line everything up with the units running down one wall with an island parallel & dining table with all converging at narrowest point. Hope I haven’t confused the issue with too much info. Thanks Evelyn....See MoreKitchen/Diner Extension HELP!
Comments (3)If you are considering remodelling the kitchen, you would open up more options to explore. If you are prepared to undertake more significant structural works (the storage space under the stair creates and awkward corner) further opportunities emerge. These 2 options show some very basic remodelling without any structural work. Both options turn the existing kitchen window into a door. Shower retained with storage along new corridor leading to it. Hope you find these interesting....See MoreLayout ideas please for extension kitchen diner
Comments (4)Hi Tilly, I wanted to draw attention to the living room sofa's vicinity to the bi-fold. You'll be doing a side-shuffle to access the handle to open it up. An additional comment is the side access to your utility space, from the seating area. It is a design and navigational flow detail that may seem superfluous but if you have the space in the utility room to revise this, I would suggest to have access through the kitchen i.e a full length kitchen cabinet that opens to reveal access to the utility room. All the best on your project. Faten from londonfatcat.com...See More
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7 years agoHi 2morefeet, I think a peninsular would work really well in the space you have. You could then either incorporate some low level seating on the back of the peninsular using lower and narrower base units (so some good additional storage) and some cushions etc to make it usable for seating, then have a formal dining table.
Or you could use the peninsular as your dining area if you do not need or want formal dining space and then have a sofa/seating area on the far wall. I've attached some images of both these options for you to see.
Let me know what you think, and if you would like more info on these layouts drop me an email.
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minnie101
7 years agoHi. I like Kitchens by Mode layout but I would just add the peninsula. I don't know the style of the house but a floor to ceiling window may work in between the back wall of units and the peninsula as the more light that's let in the bigger the room will feel. I agree with strawberry47 too and would go for a banquette seat against the wall so you get a comfy seat plus dining. The ones pictured are by angel and boho. I would also consider if you want guests walking through the laundry to use the loo but it depends how tidy you are! Will there be storage at the area at the end of the stairs? If in budget I'd add some built in storage for the playroom in the door wall, if not something like a French linen cupboard can work well
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7 years agolast modified: 7 years agoThanks Zeyko Kitchens and Kitchenpod. Kitchenpod, do you mean something like the attached pic? The 'dead' space/ extended corridor had been plaguing us. We never thought about reducing the size of the playroom (in fact, we wanted to expand it), however, the gains to be made in the kitchen space are incredible. I think we'll be measuring friends playrooms to see if we're potentially depriving the wee ones too much, though I think it'd be wise of us to speak with the structural engineer first! ;-)
2morefeet
7 years agolast modified: 7 years agoWould the above pic, or the following work? Thoughts/feedback anyone? Thanks again. My strengths definitely lie elsewhere!
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7 years agoHi all, so, based on feedback I've been re-thinking the layout, attempting to gain a little more space in the kitchen by using the redundant hallway space and, relocating the WC and laundry (before and after pics below). Is the new kitchen space functional? What kind of layout would work with this unconventional space and, is the laundry off the kitchen a no-no? Again, thanks for all your help with this.
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6 years agoHi All, after some hiccups we've finally had planning permission, building warrants etc. approved and are sourcing a builder (again, thanks for your great advice). We're still deliberating over some use of interior space (the play room and hallway dimensions). I'm not sure we need the playroom to be extended (we could always do at a later date) and was thinking the wider hall (as per pic 2) may make things feel less cramped and, perhaps have some function other than a transition space. Any thoughts? Also, open to layout suggestions for the kitchen. Thanks again.
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