If you want a tall bank of units then you have no option but to go with your suggestion as that’s the only full wall available. It’s a great space but as you say the doors and windows somewhat restrict you.

I guess closing off hallway entrance to kitchen would give you more space then you could have a bank along that wall of high units and sink etc as is under the window.

This is how we did ours- blocked off all the doors and have a u shape kitchen- used the big door in the back room to go outside rather than a separate kitchen door

https://fifimcgee.co.uk/blog/kitchen-diner-knock-through-renovation
This also seems a good idea, swapping the kitchen and dining room to get more kitchen space

I think you are right losing the back door gives you good L shape and retain separate kitchen entrance

What are the dimensions of the room, looks like about 15x 10. You have a lot of doors so perhaps you can remove/move the door on the left so you can get a run of cabinets there. I think an l-shaped breakfast bar will work but not sure you have the space for an island.

The double doors into the front room are also going to restrict how you use both rooms so I would give serious consideration to closing those up to have a better furniture configuration in both rooms.

Thanks all - based on comments think I’m going to play around with door placements too see what’s possible. It’s a good space with the walls knocked out (about 3.5m x 5.8m) but the doors are more annoying than expected!

What you see in red can be closed?

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Thanks - this is super helpful!

Hi @Steph H , congratulations on your first home, how exciting! Looks like you've had lots of advice about which direction to go in. You may find useful tips in our case study blog for an open plan kitchen/diner/living room . If you would like any help with the design elements, get in touch we would love to help you on your exciting project, we know it can feel overwhelming with the decisions that need to be made. Hope this helps!

https://www.thelivinghouse.co.uk/blog-interior-design-tips/case-study-open-plan-kitchen/dining/living-room

You would definitely benefit from using a kitchen designer that is qualified and can come to your home and make informed and sensible decisions based on the actual space. Using a local independent is a good idea as they often can be more flexible rather than just using limited off the shelf products. Where abouts are you located?

We’re in SW London (Tooting) - agree I think we need an independent designer to help us make the most of the space. We’re big cooks so want to find creative ways to fit in a decent larder, etc without it feeling too squashed!

Hi Steph,

With more than 15 years of experience, I have designed at least about 100 kitchens. The kitchen is one of my favorite rooms and planning it is a passion for me. Besides, my husband is a chef and I also love to cook, so I have honed the functional layout of the kitchen to perfection. I would be extremely happy to design a project for your kitchen.

Last weeks love it or list it on c4 had a layout very similar to yours with the back door in the same place