Category Archives: Interiors

Four approaches to achieving open plan social kitchens

Open plan kitchens provide a flexible way of living, a great space for family and friends to come together which is not possible in older style UK homes which have single use rooms. Therefore, having a large open plan kitchen that … Continue reading

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Reading extension now complete

The two storey side extension and internal remodelling on a semi-detached house in Reading, Berkshire that we designed for a young couple is now complete and we have been along to have a look. Despite initial opposition from the planning … Continue reading

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Principles of WC design

Choosing the location and shape of what is the smallest room in the property, whilst ensuring that it can be well ventilated and easily plumbed in, can sometimes be tricky. Continue reading

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Small space big on style

Small home extensions when carried out with clever internal remodelling can create dramatic open plan layouts. These new internal spaces are best when they benefit from additional natural lighting and secret structural beams. One project where the addition of a … Continue reading

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Open plan layouts

Long gone are the days when family members were confined to different zoned rooms, today’s layouts are all about the experience of shared activities and family involvement. Continue reading

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A coordinated approach to design

A more coordinated approach to updating an older home would be to plan and decide how best to use the available space in the 21st century. Continue reading

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