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  • https://microcosm.app/out/2cwCh

    Anyone know what sort of costs are involved in open-planning the ground floor of a property like this?

    Ours is very similar to this and we’re keen to explore options for knocking through the ground floor and getting a new kitchen, plus a loft conversion with ensuite.

    I guess I’m looking at £75k+ and months of disruption, stress and arguments? I’d even consider living with family on the other side of London for some of the work, if that would be better for everyone’s mental health.

  • I know its all a matter of personal taste and use case but I'm not a fan of these massive open living spaces. I like the idea of having a smallish living room that can be COSY in the winter months and then have a larger cooking/eating back room that opens into the garden for those hot summer days (both of them).

    All subjective of course, but if I bought the place you liked to there I would be doing the opposite of what you want to do...

  • yes, agreed. That's why we extended the kitchen and left the two reception rooms separate.

    Plus, when you have teenage kids, rooms with doors that can close are a bonus.

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