Building/Design process....confused!
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Design/Build Annexe for my 90+yr old Mum
Comments (8)Many thanks for the comments. Re your interesting points :- -I would have a bigger bedroom since she is at the age where potentially she might have more time in bed due to failing health- consider if you can get a view from the bed of outside life ----------- We have cared after the elderley for many years so we are aware of bedroom size and yes there is a window from the bedroom with plenty of light. -Perhaps a wetroom with a seat in the shower area?------- yes we have thought of that -Probably more kitchen for her as she wants to bake....tell her I like carrot cake. What about a compact oven that is both a microwave and an oven to use less space? How about wall cabinets with self closing electric doors? pull out storage so she doesn't have to reach the back of cupboards, crockery in drawers for easy of access? How about an induction hob giving an additional flat surface to add to her work surface? Consider her height...you could have the legs of the kitchen cabinet lowered?-------- With old relatives sometimes it can be easier if there is less rather than more. I agree we are going to plan it so the oven is body height and all work surfaces are sensible -How about a separate front door with a hallway and a cupboard ------- Yes that is planned -partly to separate the WC from the living room, partly to add some much needed storage and partly to accommodate a washing machine cupboard so that she doesn't have to listen to it------ I agree, the plan above was ony an example. We are going to have the toilet/shower effectively as an ensuite -Does she need or want two sofas could the living area be smaller to allow room for something else?....she loves her lounge, TV and garden so we want to make this a nice large, light space as she will be spending most of her time there -Is there anything from her home that needs to be accommodated and planned for----of course we will plan as much as we can but what we dont want is her thinking it is anything other than a light,airy, warm inviting home..not a nursing home in waiting Regards...See MoreSelf build living space design help
Comments (19)Another recommendation for Karen @ OnePlan even more so if you're going back and forwards as she can show you a few ideas. Everything really seems set in stone bar the plant room? There also looks to be stairs on the gable end which I assume you need for letting the dogs out? My (very non-pro!) comments on your green plan. I'd reduce the plant room depth to 1500 and the gap between the island and units to 1200. I'd access the plant room from the larder end so lose the corner cupboard. I'd put the oven at the end of the sink run and just use shelves to balance the gap between the oven and window. It means losing the window seat however just thinking it would actually work better for extra seating in the living room? I'd go for a smaller hob and have it on the island away from the stools with a downdraft extractor. The living space is a little tight but assuming you're having a tv I'd hang it against the play room wall then chose a slim chaise sofa without arms so it doesn't visually close the space off coming up the stairs. I know sofa arms shouldn't normally overlap but I think it works with window seats. You may also be able to fit a small accent chair in the left corner next to the tv and then have a sideboard on the plant room wall for extra storage....See Moredesigning a new build
Comments (2)Hello Anita, Did you get this sorted? If you can upload a floor plan or link to the property people can comment and add ideas to help with your dillema. If you need help uploading your plan please feel free to DM me and I can give you a hand....See Moredesign and build side extension and garden, also interior
Comments (4)HI Neil, We can help! have a look at some of our extension/Garden designs on our profile or have a look at our design sides website: https://www.buildview.co.uk/, we do everything online and in CGI/VR including fitting out the interiors, so any mistakes are caught before the build starts.. happy to answer any questions whilst you lead up to appointing designers. Thank you, the extraordinary team....See More
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