Bungalow extension
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Comments (0)I am buying an 1950s bungalow and putting a 60sqm (12 x 5) extension on the back to become an open plan LR,DR, Kitchen, there will also be a room leading into the extension which is 7m x 4m making the overall living space like a "T". The wall into the garden will be a mix of glass wall and windows, I would appreciate any ideas as I am a total novice....See MoreBungalow extension ideas low hipped roof
Comments (10)I'm usually the one who differs so here goes:- The bungalow layout isn't great. The porch on the front ( presumably a late addition ) looks fairly bad, detracts from the bungalow, prevents having a lovely entrance and more importantly blocks a direct window on bedroom 2, which has no natural light. Therefore, knock it down. This will also give you square footage allowance in hand. If you incorporate the garages into the main block of the house it allows the new bedroom space. You can build a free standing garage elsewhere on the plot, which is more than large enough, and, you already know you're not restricted to building behind the main building line. Change the garden room into a proper pitched room with insulated roof and walls, knock down the lounge wall and add bi-fold doors across the back. This now gets rid of both dated / unattractive additions. Take out the shower room and make it part of the entrance hall. The rest of the plan is pretty much self explanatory and gives you a new larger Master Bedroom with en-suite a large second bedroom and family bathroom and a further bedroom with en-suite ( for guests etc ), which used to be the main bedroom. All the plumbing should be ok, as i made use of positions already in use and back to backed the new ensuite with the old one. However, you always need to get these things checked out by a professional builder / architect,...See MoreBungalow extension advice best external doors and suitable flooring
Comments (2)Hi Marion, Have you considered chatting to an interior designer about the space and flooring recommendations. Both of these questions really depend on the budget you have, the style of the space over all and what you are trying to achieve. It sounds like you haven't started the build yet but do you have any plans of the new space and details of the style or items to go with it? What style and colour kitchen etc? Where are the thresholds?...See MoreBungalow extension
Comments (7)I’d be wary of extending to the rear of the kitchen as you’d potentially end up with a dark kitchen-diner if you don’t have windows on that side. Extending to the side of the bedroom could work. Loft conversions are often a more cost-effective way of getting extra bedroom space, though you’d probably have a look into a party wall agreement with adjoining neighbours. The hallway looks like there might be enough space for a staircase depending on the direction / pitch of the roof slope....See Moreellelib
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