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Bigger kitchen needed

2 years ago

We moved into our bewbuild house 5 years ago, weve since grown as a family and the kitchen simply isnt big enough. i still want fo keep the open plan - how should we extend or renovate to give us the bigget kitchen?

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Kay Moden
2 years ago
Hi,

Remove the conservatory and add a full width rear extension.

The size will depend on your budget.

Feel free to get in touch for assistance with the design.
Daisy England
2 years ago
Is there a conservatory as stated above? I can’t see one.

Can you extend the kitchen side area out as far and level with the dining area and if so will this offer enough additional space?
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It looks like it's a big enough space. Perhaps you can use the space better. You'd get bigger kitchen if you have kitchen in the dining area?
Suzi
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No it isnt a conservatory its simply floor to ceiling windows to make sure it is light. I’m torn between an extension as you say to even out accross the back and moving the kitchen but am worried about having to move all the pipes and supplies etc?
I
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