Renovation ideas
I'm purchasing a new house which requires some renovation. The conservatory at the rear wants replacing with something more modern. The kitchen is at the front but would prefer it at the rear and integrated into one large kitchen, dining and family space to become the hub of the home.
We also have kids, so a playroom would be nice. As would having a separate utility.
Ideas welcome and much appreciated.
Comments (7)
rinked
2 years agoExtending? (sorry no windows/doors in yet)
Kitchen becomes playroom, dining becomes kitchen. Large open space (structural engineer might have a say about pillars required or not) for dining and lounge, but kept the separate lounge.
rinked
2 years agoOr stay on the current footprint (and if possible move staircase over to create a more grand entrance):
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PROThe Kitchen Lady UK
2 years ago
PROAnca Rotaru Design Studio
2 years agoHello James,
The house has very generous spaces. I think creating a big space would be an interesting idea but there are some building regulations regarding fire control. This may not be possible. Would be something interesting to look into before starting the refurbishment.
But there is always a solution such as a glass partition wall. I do not have information about the existing style of the house but you can always opt for a classical partition or for a modern one. I have attached 2 pictures.
For the extension to further have some suggestions would be interesting to see a garden floor plan, how the access works and of course some images of the existing one.
The utility room could be smaller and the access to the kids playroom would be wider , such as the one to the new kitchen. This will allow the light into the hallway.
I think this is a house with great possibilities.
I Hope this helps.Warm regards,
Anca
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