Appreciate advice new Kitchen/Dining Room - same FLOORING or zoned?
We are planning to knock through up to 1800mm hole in wall dividing kitchen and dining room to utilise the rarely used dining space. Want to be able to shut away mess when entertaining, hence desire for doors, room divider. Doors will be open most of time.
Will it spoil the open look/flow if I go for tiled floor in kitchen area and wood in dining?
Room sizes are approx 3m x3m60 wide each . The pic below will include a table in the foreground.
Thoughts appreciated
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Georgiegirl
7 years ago
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7 years agoHi there,
We find that continuity is a popular option to really give the sense of expanse. If you would like to create an open, spacious feel when the doors are open, this could be a good option.
Here's an example from one of our projects...
A mix of materials can always work providing you find two complimentary tones and textures. Here's an example...
Although one floor throughout would provide you with more versatility; you could have the sense of an open plan kitchen/diner when the doors are open. Two different floors would give more of a definite separation.
If you would like to discuss any materials with us we would be happy to help. We have a wide range of natural stones and porcelains.
http://www.cliftonstone.co.uk/
Best of luck with your project!
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