Struggling with Kitchen/Diner Layout

5 years ago

We're really struggling with the layout of our kitchen/diner (it was originally two rooms and will have extension). The room, we feel, is fairly decent sized at around 25sqm.

But I think with our ever expanding list of requirements, we're just making it harder and harder for ourselves.

I've mocked up a rough idea of what we're thinking so far. The small area off the back also has 2 velux windows so feel this works best for the dining area.

But the kitchen is giving us a real headache. I'm not a fan of having application (washing machine etc) on show but the sensible other half has said there are too many disadvantages to integrated washing machine so has ruled that out. But is there potential to include this in a cupboard/utility wall etc.

I'm rambling on but hope someone can provide a little clarity with our kitchen layout.

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Carolina
5 years ago
Hi, it would be useful to see the entire floor plan of your house, so we can see how the kitchen works in relation to the rest and perhaps someone has a brilliant idea of how to incorporate a utility space somewhere.

Another idea for you would be to contact a concept planner. First one here who springs to mind (because she did the drawings for our own kitchen) is Karen from OnePlan. If you look OnePlan up in the pro section, you'll see examples of the work a concept planner can do.
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OnePlan
5 years ago
Hi !
Carolina told me about your post - and the previous one I just answered too - give me a shout if you want to find out a bit more about working with a designer on this !
Kind regards
Karen
OnePlan
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