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Block Planning & DesignFull width rear extension with full internal refurbishment and first floor layout redesign
Photo of a large classic open plan kitchen in London with an island.
Photo of a large classic open plan kitchen in London with an island.
Resi Design Ltd.This Coventry based home wanted to give the rear of their property a much-needed makeover and our architects were more than happy to help out! We worked closely with the homeowners to create a space that is perfect for entertaining and offers plenty of country style design touches both of them were keen to bring on board.
When devising the rear extension, our team kept things simple. Opting for a classic square element, our team designed the project to sit within the property’s permitted development rights. This meant instead of a full planning application, the home merely had to secure a lawful development certificate. This help saves time, money, and spared the homeowners from any unwanted planning headaches.
For the space itself, we wanted to create somewhere bright, airy, and with plenty of connection to the garden. To achieve this, we added a set of large bi-fold doors onto the rear wall. Ideal for pulling open in summer, and provides an effortless transition between kitchen and picnic area. We then maximised the natural light by including a set of skylights above. These simple additions ensure that even on the darkest days, the home can still enjoy the benefits of some much-needed sunlight.
You can also see that the homeowners have done a wonderful job of combining the modern and traditional in their selection of fittings. That rustic wooden beam is a simple touch that immediately invokes that countryside cottage charm, while the slate wall gives a stylish modern touch to the dining area. The owners have threaded the two contrasting materials together with their choice of cream fittings and black countertops. The result is a homely abode you just can’t resist spending time in.
Heather Kealey InteriorsKitchen island.
Inspiration for a medium sized classic open plan kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl flooring, an island, beige floors, white worktops and a chimney breast.
Inspiration for a medium sized classic open plan kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl flooring, an island, beige floors, white worktops and a chimney breast.
Sherwin Hall KitchensThis is an example of a classic u-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, engineered stone countertops, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and multicoloured worktops.
Bathroom + Kitchen ElevenBuilt in kitchen sink with marble counter and splashback. Dove grey units below and above. Pantry to the left. Quooker tap in antique brass, matching the cabinet door handles
Large island with curved marble counter and integrated Bora induction hob with built in extractor. Seating around the edge.
Built in ovens against wall with integrated freezer one side and fridge the other.
Three pendant lights over island.
Richard Rothmore - Interior PhotographyDesign ideas for a medium sized traditional open plan kitchen in London with blue cabinets, granite worktops, light hardwood flooring, an island, white worktops, a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets and black appliances.
The Myers TouchThe Myers Touch designed this transitional family kitchen which formed part of a substantial renovation project on a property based in Hampshire.
Working in collaboration with Adam Knibb Architects to ensure design continuity, the owners briefed The Myers Touch that they wanted a contemporary family kitchen/dining space with a classic edge that would include 'a place for everything'. The design would also have to complement the rest of the home’s design scheme and make the most of the landscaped garden views to the rear of the property.
The owners wanted to keep the L-Shaped kitchen shape that had been conceptionally designed by the Architect, whilst making the best use of the property's feature high ceilings. The finished design had to be practical for their family needs, yet elegant and inviting and fully accessible.
The Myers Touch proposed a transitional kitchen design featuring a complimentary mix of both classic and contemporary cabinetry that would enhance the home fusions of these two styles. The design scheme was visually impactful and considered the homes environment and materials that can be seen throughout the property.
The inclusion of sleek marble effect stone worktops and a traditional Black AGA helped to provide a Classic look, whilst the flat sleek SieMatic SLX cabinetry and large central island created a modern contemporary edge to link the scheme together. The period high ceilings also allowed The Myers Touch to include vital storage with attractive high level glass cabinets.
Careful planning of the back L-shape wall was considered particularly in the corner. To maximise the space, The Myers Touch designed a niche to house the toaster, and smaller appliances that could be tucked away and were slightly hidden from view. On the back wall, The Myers Touch designed storage drawers to perfectly line up with the statement AGA. The use of glass and the reflective Bronze mirror also provided eye-catching elegance to the space, as the eye is drawn up to the ceiling, giving the illusion of space. The space also looks particularly inviting at night when the cabinetry lights are lit to provide a beautiful glow & warmth.
The custom-made extractor was designed to sit flush between the wall units either side of the AGA and features high performance twin motors and a Zinc Clad finish to provide an element of drama and connectivity of the furniture choices. Sleek 20mm Silestone ex-gloss stone in Yukon were chosen for the worktops and a statement splashback gives a soft reflection and a warming marble effect.
Continuing around the rest of the L-shaped room, the return wall displays Miele Cooking & Refrigeration Appliances that are housed in the same cabinetry that join the back run all the way to the end of the Island to fit around the architecture of the room. The kitchen furniture on these two walls use SieMatic’s SC/SE SC10 collection but Keith replaced the doors with a bespoke painted solid oak shaker style frame with stylish Buster & Punch handles in Smoked Bronze which were chosen by the client and Interior Designer.
Special display items were housed in the glass display units situated high into the ceiling. For access to those, The Myers Touch designed a functional ladder rail which can be stored in a a niche space around the corner when not in use.
To provide a softer and contrasting look in the room, Keith added a Dresser Unit to cover an old doorway which also acts as a transitional point between the kitchen and the dining space. For continuity the soft shaker style furniture is used at the bottom doors with open shelving that sit neatly into the dresser walls.
The contemporary central Island was designed using SieMatic’s SLX Cabinetry with a modern Smoked Oak Veneer finish. The angled handle profile sits on top of the units, and underneath the worktop to provide a beautiful haptic feeling that continues all the way round to provide the illusion of the 20mm Dekton worktop 'floating together'. Since the Island's plinth is set back that also provides a similar "floating off the floor" illusion.
The ease of use when preparing food and cooking, the front of the island houses the bin, sink, dishwasher and drawer storage. The other side contains storage for food mixers, freestanding baking accessories and overflow crockery. There is plenty of space to the back of the island for bar stool seating which is conveniently situated between cupboards that house oven-to table type items such as everyday crockery, place mats, condiments and napkins.
The owners also requested a large Dining Table in the space, so The Myers Touch designed one using a seamless 12mm Dekton worktop in Bergen that sits on top of a custom made steel framed table support and legs that cohesively bring the kitchen, dining & entertaining scheme together.
Photography by Paul Craig - image reproduction by request only joy@bakerpr.co.uk
Imperfect InteriorsThis detached home in West Dulwich was opened up & extended across the back to create a large open plan kitchen diner & seating area for the family to enjoy together. We added oak herringbone parquet in the main living area, a large dark green and wood kitchen and a generous dining & seating area. A cinema room was also tucked behind the kitchen
Four Seasons KitchensWe painted the cabinets in French Grey to match the wall colour on this modern shaker project. The curved island seat 6 people as well as hiding the ovens from sight. The tall bank houses butler's pantry, appliance garage and home bar area. The vented hob means no wall extractor leaving room for a nice feature picture rail instead.
The Kitchen StoreSOMETIMES, A CLASSIC DESIGN IS ALL YOU NEED FOR AN OPEN-PLAN SPACE THAT WORKS FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY.
This client wanted to extend their existing space to create an open plan kitchen where the whole family could spend time together.
To meet this brief, we used the beautiful Shelford from our British kitchen range, with shaker doors in Inkwell Blue and Light Grey.
The stunning kitchen island added the wow factor to this design, where the sink was located and also some beautiful oak shelving to house books and accessories.
We used quartz composite worktops in Ice Branco throughout, Blanco sink and taps, and completed the space with AEG built-in and integrated appliances.
We also created a functional utility room, which complemented the main kitchen design.
Thomas Ford & SonsDesign ideas for a large classic galley open plan kitchen in Surrey with a belfast sink, beaded cabinets, green cabinets, marble worktops, brick splashback, black appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, grey worktops, a vaulted ceiling and a feature wall.
Snug KitchensOur Snug Kitchens showroom display combines bespoke traditional joinery, seamless modern appliances and a touch of art deco from the fluted glass walk in larder.
The 'Studio Green' painted cabinetry creates a bold background that highlights the kitchens brass accents. Including Armac Martin Sparkbrook brass handles and patinated brass Quooker fusion tap.
The Neolith Calacatta Luxe worktop uniquely combines deep grey tones, browns and subtle golds on a pure white base. The veneered oak cabinet internals and breakfast bar are stained in a dark wash to compliment the dark green door and drawer fronts.
As part of this display we included a double depth walk-in larder, complete with suspended open shelving, u-shaped worktop slab and fluted glass paneling. We hand finished the support rods to patina the brass ensuring they matched the other antique brass accents in the kitchen. The decadent fluted glass panels draw you into the space, obscuring the view into the larder, creating intrigue to see what is hidden behind the door.
Cannon Photos LtdTraditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in London with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, brown floors and white worktops.
Alistair Fleming DesignInspiration for an expansive traditional open plan kitchen in Sussex with shaker cabinets and marble splashback.
Sustainable KitchensGrey shaker kitchen in London with plentiful greneery to contrast the grey cabinets.
Extension to contain open plan kitchen dining
Design ideas for a large classic l-shaped open plan kitchen in London with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, an island and white worktops.
Design ideas for a large classic l-shaped open plan kitchen in London with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, an island and white worktops.
Juliet Murphy PhotographyDesign ideas for a medium sized classic single-wall open plan kitchen in London with light hardwood flooring, beige floors, a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, yellow splashback, marble splashback, coloured appliances, an island and white worktops.
Saffron Interiors LtdSaffron Interiors Project - Longmead Guildford.
Taransey smooth painted shaker in 'Sumburgh Midnight' with Carrara Extra white quartz worktops, splashback and shelving.
Snug KitchensOur Snug Kitchens showroom display combines bespoke traditional joinery, seamless modern appliances and a touch of art deco from the fluted glass walk in larder.
The 'Studio Green' painted cabinetry creates a bold background that highlights the kitchens brass accents. Including Armac Martin Sparkbrook brass handles and patinated brass Quooker fusion tap.
The Neolith Calacatta Luxe worktop uniquely combines deep grey tones, browns and subtle golds on a pure white base. The veneered oak cabinet internals and breakfast bar are stained in a dark wash to compliment the dark green door and drawer fronts.
As part of this display we included a double depth walk-in larder, complete with suspended open shelving, u-shaped worktop slab and fluted glass paneling. We hand finished the support rods to patina the brass ensuring they matched the other antique brass accents in the kitchen. The decadent fluted glass panels draw you into the space, obscuring the view into the larder, creating intrigue to see what is hidden behind the door.
The SpaceMaker InteriorsDesign ideas for a large classic l-shaped open plan kitchen in Cheshire with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring, an island, brown floors, white worktops, a coffered ceiling and feature lighting.
Vita Nova Interiors LtdBy keeping the cabinetry around the perimeter of the room in Dove Grey, gave the room a crisp, light feel to it but we wanted to add some depth and the contrast of the island is Charcoal gave us exactly that.
The space flows effortlessly from kitchen to garden, perfect for BBQ's in the summer evenings.
The positioning of the bar stools on the island works well not only for casual socialising but also just enjoying a coffee in this fabulous new space overlooking the garden.
Traditional Open Plan Kitchen Ideas and Designs
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