During the initial design phase we created several options for the new open plan space that opened up a dialogue between ourselves and the client to ensure that every avenue was explored and that the final design was perfect for their requirements.

Initial designs were finalised and what was created was a complete transformation of the original dark and fragmented rooms into a large, welcoming and light filled open plan space that is practical in its usability whilst also maintaining a wow factor. We were able to achieve this without increasing the footprint!

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The new open family living space now overlooks the garden with large bi-fold doors. The kitchen is located quite literally in the heart of the home with a dining space located at the other end. This open plan space then provides connection to the more private bedroom and separate living room via a sliding pocket door and the space is assisted by storage peppered on the outskirts of the space and a large utility mud room.

Practicality accommodated within the new layout, what makes this new design sing is the introduction of light into the space to define the different areas. Three double roof lights added in the roof act as light wells that naturally lead you into the space and they align with new windows overlooking the beautiful scenery that acts as their very own painting.

We can’t wait to see this project finished and for this family’s dream home to be realised.

If you missed the first instalment of this series you can catch up here: ‘Brief Stage’

Read the next article in this blog series here ‘Contsruction Phase - Part 1’