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ideas for extension layout

allywal
Год(а)/Лет назад: 8

Hi Everyone,

working on finalising an extension. Attaching plans to get your thoughts?


Комментарии: 4

  • PRO
    OnePlan
    Год(а)/Лет назад: 8
    Hi Allywal! Wall /door /window placement and size looks good ! Kitchen looks maybe a little too spaced out to be efficient - but am assuming ( due to sketches on there ) you are going to address that !

    If your children are under 10 years old I'd suggest you install a form of monitor or CVTV in playroom do you can see them while you cook . Add loads and loads of storage for toys - to teach them to put stuff back - otherwise they will never do it !!! Start with shelves that you can later put door on as they grow - can then turn into a study or music room etc etc !
    Utility /laundry looks a great size !! Remember to include folding and stacking space !!

    If you want to shop around for kitchen furniture and compare like for like - suggest you go to an independent designer for a personalised design - can save you loads ! ( as most good designers affiliated to studios don't give you plans for free )
    Happy planning !
    Karen
    OnePlan
    Freelance Concept Planners

    ( yes we design kitchens !! Blatant plug !!! Click on our name to see examples !)
  • allywal
    Автор
    Год(а)/Лет назад: 8

    absolutely amazing, what are your prices to design kitchen plans?

  • PRO
    OnePlan
    Год(а)/Лет назад: 8
    Hi - sorry for delay - only just seen this - hit the contact me button on my pro page and I'll send you an info PDF with all the pricing for the different options !
    :-)
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    KW Kitchens
    Год(а)/Лет назад: 8

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