Downstairs layout design ideas needed!

2 years ago

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I was wondering if anyone can shed some light on this downstairs layout - we’d like to knock through to the “workshop” (double garage) to create more living space. It is currently an empty garage. just masses of space and potentially leading out to the garden. Currently there are a few steps going down to it in that small gap just next to the downstairs WC.

Also thinking to knock another wall near the lounge to create more of an open plan space. Any ideas welcome! Thanks so much in advance 😬

We need to make a bedroom for us downstairs somehow, currently thinking to use the family room.

We will have 2 small kids upstairs! Thanks so much for any comments :)

(Attaching the upstairs bedrooms layout too just for reference).

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Wumi
2 years ago
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2 years ago
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Thank you for your comments. Ash - I agree this would be the low cost option and if cost becomes a deal-breaker then this is something we would consider. I don't think there is room to move the boiler there so I think I would end up having to put a cupboard in to cover them up. On the higher cost end - I am trying to persuade my husband a good idea would be to level out the back of the house and (so a small extension) and then knock through from current kitchen to the lounge and taking some of the lounge to make the back room go all the way across. Putting the kitchen far left as you see it going as far up into the garage as where the boiler is, having the rest of garage as a dining area, and a sitting area going across the back of the house with bifold doors onto the garden (going from right hand side). The main patio is to the right of the garden and we have two sets of doors currently onto the garden through the breakfast room and lounge, which I don't think is necessary. My other point is the room referred to on this plan as 'lounge/diner' is a bit small to be the two rooms so we are just using as one lounge. As you can see the actual square footage isn't massive so making the most of the space is key. Hubby's concerns are about the open plan nature, also the cost for what we potentially would gain. Also the old 'lounge/diner' being a bit small for a lounge - to which I said make it the playroom with the main sitting area being the new on at the back. Thoughts?
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Does your storage cupboard need to be in that position? Just thinking that if you could shunt your cloakroom along into it then you could access your laundry from the back wall of the loo. Hope you see what I mean. Then, if you lengthen the laundry into the kitchen space a bit you would be able to have a run of cupboards/units/equipment on the left too. Then you shorten that narrow utility wall on the kitchen side by having a run of cupboards/larder or what you will on that side too. Might give you a more practical use of space in the kitchen.
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Hi Courtney, A plan of the space would be really helpful. It is often the case of wasted space and poor layouts in this type of house so well worth pursuing your options. I would begin by considering how you use the space and come up with a list of desires for the space. With such a large project to undertake I would consider enlisting the help of a designer who can give you several options on layout and also help with lighting, trade discounts and colour schemes that can make the best of your space.. maximising proportions etc. I am local to you and offer free consultations if you wanted to get in touch. I'll happily talk through so options with you or just give you some starter points. All the best, Gina
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Hi! This is a really complex floor plan isn't it?! Looks like there have been several alterations made over the years. The first step you really need to take is to Design Your Home Vision. I can see that you have a wishlist of rooms but there is much more information needed than this to be able to design well for you. For example - how do you enjoy entertaining in your home and how many people do you need space for at any one time to do that? To help you get started quickly and easily, I'm running a Design Your Home Vision workshop on 26th March. There are only 10 places available for just £49. You can book your place quickly and easily online here: https://www.i-architect.co.uk/dyhvworkshop.html best wishes with your project, Jane, chartered architect i-architect.co.uk
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Bambi T
Original Author
2 years ago
Thanks!
viv holliday
2 years ago
Maybe you should have bought an apartment.
tamp75
2 years ago
Hi, are you still working on this or do you have a plan now (just noticed the original posting date).
Bambi T
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2 years ago
Still working on a plan! Any thoughts greatly appreciated!
Bambi T
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2 years ago
Here are some pics (excuse the mess!!!)
Bambi T
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2 years ago
Oh and we plan to keep he kitchen where it is. Too expensive to move everything around… looking for a solution to make the back bit usable (it’s strange having a loo with no sink and thinking of knocking the wall between the utility and the garden doors area. Then maybe adding a bathroom into he garage and making it a guest room… it’s all a bit messy at the moment but would like a plan that makes sense and flows well! Any ideas welcome thanks in advance! X

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