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Refreshing new open plan design

Wednesday, 22 April 2020 14:16
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We were excited to take on this wonderful new project. Our clients wanted an open plan design, which would give a real feeling of flow into the garden. It was important to them that the build was eco-friendly, with a natural feel, and the choices of materials and design reflected this. (Illustration 2)

The flooring was a beautiful solid maple, which was reclaimed from an old sports hall. We brought in specialists to clean and lay the wood, in a lovely random pattern, retaining all the original court markings as a striking design feature. (detail of illustration 1)

The cabinets are a lovely deep inky indigo. The glossy finish is complemented by a side profile on the tall cabinets (a small indent on the sides to allow them to be opened without a handle) giving a totally smooth sleek look. (illustration 5)

The clients wanted a sleek, modern look for the worktops. Although concrete gave the right ‘feel’ we agreed it was insufficiently eco-friendly, as well as needing a lot of maintenance, and coming in a limited range of thicknesses. Instead, we used a concrete-effect quartz, which has a similar appearance, but is available in a much slimmer size, and is more environmentally friendly.

The island unit features a down-draft extractor – this is hidden away allowing the family to cook sociably at the unit whilst entertaining, without the need for a large cooker hood which would block the view.

The new extension features wide bi-fold doors as well as a side non-opening window, enhancing the flow into the garden and maximising the natural light. Glass bricks and skylights bring in even more light. (illustration 6)

On the flat roof of the extension, we created a lovely grassed wildlife haven, using a specialist bio-diversity grass seed mix designed to encourage butterflies, bees and other wildlife. From the upstairs windows, the roof appears as part of the garden, again enhancing the natural flow between the inside and outside spaces.

The clients said ‘We contracted A&R for an extension build in Enfield. They project managed everything and brought in all trades and the architect, all of whom were professional and easy to work with. As we had some design features outside of the permitted development route, we were pleased that all planning issues were dealt with by A&R and the architect. Good dialogue throughout the build, and always there for a discussion to work through options. To note, what I also appreciated was their consideration of the impact of the work on our neighbours’.

A&R Design has extensive experience in undertaking all types of interior and exterior alterations and decorations, and all the different decisions and processes that this type of project entails. For a free quotation for your project, please call us on 0208 3676599.

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Launch of the Stained Glass Window Company – our new venture!

Saturday, 06 April 2019 16:18
Written by Jackie Pummell
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We are delighted to announce the launch of our new venture; The Stained Glass Window Company.

The Stained Glass Window Company creates beautiful stained glass windows for homes, places of worship and commercial and historic buildings. We use traditional materials and techniques to create beautiful windows in every possible style

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Stunning white kitchens

Tuesday, 05 June 2018 16:14
Written by Jackie Pummell
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White kitchen cabinets are an increasingly popular choice and have been a key feature in many of the beautiful kitchens that A&R design have created over recent years. White cabinets give a contemporary clean and light feel, and are also very versatile.

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Feature Walls – How to make them work

Wednesday, 10 January 2018 19:58
Written by Jackie Pummell
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Using a feature wall can be a great way to add interest to a room, use a bold pattern that has the potential to be over-powering when used on all four walls, or to bring together different elements of a colour scheme. In this article, we look at how to make this popular design feature work effectively to enhance your overall decorative scheme.

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Using colour in kitchens

Wednesday, 01 November 2017 21:12
Written by Jackie Pummell
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For many people kitchen refurbishment is top of their wish list of home alterations, and A&R Design have extensive experience in creating beautiful contemporary kitchens. Choosing a colour scheme is one of several key decisions that you need to make when considering the look and feel of your kitchen.

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