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Does the back window of the childrens playroom open into the kitchen?

7 years ago

Very like the extension I am hoping to make

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VORBILD Architecture
7 years ago
@ mary roughley : No, there is a small lightwell behind that window, the depth is the same as the existing WC. Its better this way as otherwise the rear reception room gets dark and lacks direct ventilation.
Susie S
7 years ago
yep - I see the green tone here :)
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