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Ughhh...still trying...should I take this wall out?

nondesigneraaron

6 years ago

Okay, I want to know from a design/layout/function standpoint if the red wall should be removed. It can be removed per my contractor. It is off kilter with the DR and DR window so I'm not sure it would be beneficial...yet I like the idea of opening up a little if it has potential.

A few notes:

1) We do not eat in our eat in kitchen area...this will become a small chat/seating area (about 7.5'width)

2) The LR really starts to the immediate right of the opening next to the "?" mark.

3) If it matters, we might go out the DR window some day with a deck or sunroom

4) I'm willing to rearrange layout a bit but I tried the dining table where the eat in kitchen part is but it is a bit too tight.

Here's a quick layout pic of what it would look like with the wall open about 5-6'. See how the DR window will barely be visible for a nice straight view from the chat area?

The wall in question is where that red table is.

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sheloveslayouts

6 years ago

If you'd like to PM me the hang-ups on the plan I practically begged you to use ;-) I'd like to think over a compromise for you guys.

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threelittlelights13ny7a
6 years ago
Hi! I would definitely open that up to brighten the space and improve traffic flow between spaces. Are you keeping the kitchen location and layout the same?
sheloveslayouts
6 years ago
Functionally, I don't see the advantage. In what scenario does opening this up improve function? If folks are lounging and want to interact with someone at the dining table, they'll just hang in the living room.

Removing the wall doesn't appear to improve the sight lines from your kitchen workspace into the rest of the house (I'm still SO bummed your husband said no to moving the kitchen over!)

Most people tend to think removing walls is always good, but personally, I like the wall. It's great to be able to close off the kitchen and still have a place to hang out with the cook. Especially when you have kiddos and their noise carries throughout open concept home.
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nondesigneraaron
Original Author
6 years ago
threelittlelights...it would improve on the morning light into the kitchen/seating area...however, I'm not sure about the flow because of where the door/wall is entering the next room. I feel like I want to open it but can't find a good reason to do so.

There are times we use both doors and completely block noise/smells/surprises from the rest of the house. I guess I was looking for more of a change but I'm not sure that is the place to find it.
dan1888
6 years ago
last modified: 6 years ago
Red wall down- yes. But you could benefit from looking at options for your layout also. Proper ventilation can help with smoke/smells.
nondesigneraaron
Original Author
6 years ago
last modified: 6 years ago
dan1888...are you talking about different positioning of the kitchen..or other ideas?

benjesbride had given me a lovely layout but we couldn't get all parties on board. :(

However, bb...I'm taking one last look at it to see if can't make something work without putting up that middle wall.
nondesigneraaron
Original Author
6 years ago
Just did. :)

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