Yes, Karen makes a really good point there and as you get closer to deciding exactly what layout you'd want in the kitchen it's the practicalities like that - something we look at in detail with our clients. One of the reasons a lot of people choose to use a designer rather than a kitchen company is because we can sit down together and really chat through what matters to you in the space, how you use it, who'll use it and all the individual stuff that will make sure it's 100% bespoke to you - like the styling and flow between your rooms. There are plenty of independent kitchen designers like Karen (I think there are a couple of others on here too) who will be able to help you come up with a great layout. I guess one of the things to consider is if you just need the practicalities of a good space layout or if you want the layout (with 3D pics and videos to help you visualise the space) but also the design element and finishing of the design with lighting, colours and soft furnishings and all the things that turn a space from just being super practical, to super stylish too. The other thing I thing I mentioned before is that a good designer will also pass on their trade discount, so I know for a lot of my clients once I've passed that on, it makes the fee even less. Really don't be worried about how much you've got to spend- they key is making the most of it . Best wishes, Gina

I have got some samples in - one company I’ve found have two that could work. Definately not local bricks as they aren’t nice I have it as brick in the dining area on my picture but was planning on putting it in the kitchen as the dining area will be more glam than industrial. I just wasn’t sure if I should just have it in the kitchen (against the dark shaker hnits to soften them up) or in the dining area as well. Kitchen would be a priority as less tiling than the dining room - so cheaper

Hi Aadil, I offer planning services that can address your floorplan questions as well as show your floorplan in 3D with furniture arrangement. Please feel free to visit www.londonfatcat.com/services to see visual examples or get in touch on hello@londonfatcat.com All the best for your project, Faten from Londonfatcat Interiors

Agree with Jonathan. Peninsula's always split the space in half. I think his layout is a much better use of space I think an L shaped sofa, unless the chaise/ottoman end is compact is quite a large piece for the available space. A two seater sofa and a chair would be more flexible. You could also simulate the L with two sofas with a side table between them. Think about how you live, what suits your lifestyle? If you had a rectangular table it could double up for kitchen prep running parallel to the hob.