Large sectional sofa, with blue velvet and geometric cushions, A large vintage retro coffee table fits the space perfectly. Dark green walls make it cosy even though it is a bright room with sky lights and large windows, Playful artwork and leather strap shelves hang on the walls.

There are so many things to consider when designing an extension for open-plan family living; how you enter the space, how you connect the room with the garden, how the different areas within the space interact and flow to name a few... This project allowed us to bring all of these aspects together in an harmonious fashion by tying in an elegant modern extension with a period traditional home. Key features include a parapet flat roof, internal crittall doors and full length glazing and sliding doors helping to bring the outside in. A simple yet elegant design, perfectly formed for modern family life.

This is an example of a medium sized contemporary enclosed living room in Surrey with white walls, dark hardwood flooring, brown floors and a ribbon fireplace.

Chris Snook
Inspiration for a medium sized eclectic open plan living room in London with blue walls, light hardwood flooring, beige floors and a dado rail.

Pete Landers
Medium sized contemporary l-shaped kitchen in London with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, wood worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, black appliances, ceramic flooring and an island.

David FOESSEL
This is an example of a small contemporary family bathroom in Paris with white cabinets, a wall mounted toilet, white tiles, ceramic tiles, blue walls, ceramic flooring, a submerged sink, solid surface worktops, blue floors and white worktops.

Small contemporary ensuite bathroom in Canberra - Queanbeyan with brown cabinets, a one-piece toilet, cement tiles, white walls, cement flooring, engineered stone worktops, blue floors, a wall niche, a single sink, a floating vanity unit, a vaulted ceiling and flat-panel cabinets.

Contemporary dining area in rear extension with large area of glass that draws the outside space in. The new contemporary extension is set juxtaposition to the traditional features of the existing house. A feature wall of concrete plaster reflects the concrete effect large format tiles on the floor. The kitchen units are bespoke spray lacquered with an exposed ply edge.

This wraparound kitchen extension in West London has been designed to feel both modern and inviting. The steel blue cabinetry adds a bold, contemporary touch, balanced by the warmth of light parquet flooring. Skylights and large glass doors bring natural light into the space, while the open-plan layout connects the kitchen, dining, and garden areas seamlessly. It’s a practical yet stylish transformation, perfect for everyday family life and entertaining.

This wraparound kitchen extension in West London has been designed to feel both modern and inviting. The steel blue cabinetry adds a bold, contemporary touch, balanced by the warmth of light parquet flooring. Skylights and large glass doors bring natural light into the space, while the open-plan layout connects the kitchen, dining, and garden areas seamlessly. It’s a practical yet stylish transformation, perfect for everyday family life and entertaining.

A complete modernisation and refit with garden improvements included new kitchen, bathroom, finishes and fittings in a modern, contemporary feel. A large ground floor living / dining / kitchen extension was created by excavating the existing sloped garden. A new double bedroom was constructed above one side of the extension, the house was remodelled to open up the flow through the property. Project overseen from initial design through planning and construction.

A retrofit of a Victorian townhouse with mansard loft extension and 2-storey rear/ side extension. Insulated using breathable wood-fibre products, filled with daylight and dramatic double-height spaces. Photos: Andy Stagg

This roof terrace incorporates a large section of 'walk-on' glazing, which admits plenty of daylight and sunlight to the area below. Photographer: Nick Smith

Christine Francis
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary gender neutral children’s room in Melbourne with green walls and carpet.

Perched on a steep cliff overlooking Palm Beach, this hexagonal house is a distinctive landmark. Originally built circa 1980 by architect Stan Symonds, it has undergone two extensions by Connor + Solomon Architects. With the latest extension, the existing external concrete columns supporting the whole building were re-imagined, enveloped into the building by the new lower living level. This casual living area opens out onto a terrace, with an uninterrupted view of the ocean. The expansive glass doors provide a seamless connection between inside and out and the copper ceiling a striking feature. Alpine Constructions. Neil Duncan Photography

This is an example of a small eclectic bedroom in London with green walls, light hardwood flooring and a standard fireplace.

bengold
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary back terrace in Bordeaux with a roof extension.

Rogan Macdonald
Design ideas for a medium sized scandi dining room in London.

Photo réalisée par Olivier PERROT
Inspiration for a medium sized farmhouse veranda in Dijon with a roof extension and a bbq area.