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Help! need advice on interior design for open plan living space!
Comments (4)Hi Sofaiza, It sounds like you have done great so far and have a great space. Well done. I have just completed a kitchen design with what sounds like exactly the same kitchen units. We went for a speckled white worktop which worked really well. We then chose a light grey with a hint of blue for the walls - this is modern and fresh and works well with the white gloss and with the silvers or whites that may appear elsewhere in the kitchen. What flooring have you gone for? For a contrast Black worktop went well and was considered for the same project I mentioned. For the features walls the tiles sound intriguing but I would need to see them to get a better idea or know if they would work with the design. Sounds good though. I am happy to forward a few images of the project here if you want to get in touch. It will give you an idea of how it will all look. I also have trade accounts with the companies I purchased from last time which maybe of interest to you if you are planning on purchasing yourself (not through a tradesmen or designer). My email address is gina.everett@createperfect.co.uk or feel free to call the office on 0208 133 0702. All the best, Gina...See MoreHelp needed! Layout dilemma for kitchen diner / space planning
Comments (16)I completely agree with OnePlan. Take your time. Don't settle for less (unless your budget really doesn't allow..). I sell and design kitchens and my boss pays me per hour, not commission. And everyone gets the same lowest possible price. People can come back time and time again, until their kitchen fits their needs perfectly. I hear plenty of stories on people being pushed into a signature or lured in with discounts. Or salesmen without any technical insight/background. Or designers not really listening to someone's needs/wants. It saddens me. A kitchen is not a car you can trade in after a year or so. Always look for something you can live with for 10 years plus (and longer). Your workspace would ideally be 80cm (minimum), that means the area inbetween sink and hob. Every other bit of surface can be used to place other items, make a drink, etc. When you regularly work with two people you could downsize the tall cabinet left of the ovens to a 30cm pullout larder, so a 90cm drawer cabinet could go next to it (for example)....See MoreHelp designing open plan space to flow and be sociable
Comments (3)Hi Leena, you might find our case study blog interesting it’s all about an open plan space. If you have any questions get in touch😊 Here’s the link, if you would like to take a read😊 - https://www.thelivinghouse.co.uk/blog-interior-design-tips/case-study-open-plan-kitchen/dining/living-room...See MoreHelp witj design layout and interior design
Comments (3)Hello Adedayo, Looks like you have some exciting times ahead! I can't see much furniture in the rooms. Have you done a more detailed plan with them to work out exactly what you need in the rooms, to work out if the rooms are the right sizes? I would be reluctant to advise putting your utility into the office. There are a few reasons for this but it depends on what you are including - if you would like a sink it may look out of place and if you use your washer and dryer during the day, that may become annoying in terms of noise, heat or damp etc whilst working? ...I usually do a very in-depth brief before getting started on doing layouts - this is how you determine what to put where so you can ensure you get the best use of space and avoid costly mistakes. I do agree about the main hallway and keeping that circulation space, this is a must so I would definitely keep working on it. It looks like one of the two living rooms could be altered slightly to add this extra room. I would work on - opening the hallway, moving the utility to the (current) office (so it can accessed from the kitchen) and then moving the office into a newly created room once you know the space required from your living rooms. A concept planner or interior designer would be able to look at the layout on this sort of level for you. We look at things like furniture and how you use the space far more than architects so you can feel more confident in a room's specific layout and size. We can then of course, also help with all the other areas as needed - like colour, lighting plans etc so it's worth getting one of board at this time in the process. Best of luck with everything and do share your progress. Thanks Gina...See More
8 years agoI agree with Tamp75 about the tv being too high. I would consider shelving around the tv and/or a sideboard or wall hung units below. Google 'IKEA credenza hack' which uses kitchen wall units (shallower) hung low on the wall with a fitted top which could be the same as your kitchen work surface or a contrasting material. Lots of different versions online but a nice oak coloured top would provide some warmth you're looking for.
Some inspiration photos for you below, different aesthetics depending on how minimalist or eclectic you're wanting your room to be.
In terms of the seating arrangement, I would place a two seater where you have pushed your two garden chairs together to enjoy the view of the garden and TV. If you think you need more seating the stools under the tv idea below could work nicely. Best of luck. Wish I had this lovely space to play with.
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PRO8 years agoI think all the answers you have had a pretty spot on.
I would get rid of the sofas and possibly change to two chairs facing the tv seperatied with a nice round side table as shown in the picture
I would then encase the wall with a floor to ceiling unit/shelving. I feel this would offer extra storage and showcase some nice coloured glassware, books etc.
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