Large families need large living areas. If you live in cramped conditions, tensions will rise. One area of your home that likely is too small for your needs is the kitchen. Trying to cook for a family in a tiny kitchen can be problematical. In fact, many opt to order takeaway instead. The kitchen has become once again the focal point of the home, a place where you can gather at the end of the day. Or a place to entertain. But, what if your kitchen is so small that you can’t even cook a decent meal? An orangery kitchen extension could be the answer you are looking for.
Orangery Kitchen Extension : For Warmth and Light
An orangery kitchen extension is an excellent alternative to a traditional brick extension if you are looking to add light to your home. An orangery differs from a conservatory as it has a larger proportion of brick to glass. What this means is that your extension will be as strong as a brick one, but with the added natural light that a glass one brings.
When adding an orangery extension, a great solution is to allow the conservatory to open directly onto your back garden. This will allow you to use the kitchen for cooking, but to sit outside in the garden in the summer. Also, for barbeques, your kitchen is near enough to make bringing out and taking in food and dishes easy.
Planning
It is very rare that you will need planning permission to add and orangery to the rear of your home. As long as you follow the rules and regulations and don’t live in a conservation area, the whole building process will be completed very quickly.
The size of your orangery will depend on the size of your garden, and how much you can afford to lose. A large conservatory will look out of place in a small backyard. The size of your extension will of course depend on your budget. Cheaper than a two storey traditional extension, and quicker to build, an orangery is a perfect addition to your family home.
Resale
Like all alterations that are professionally carried out to your home, an orangery will add value to your property. It will be a selling point should you wish to sell on your home at any point. A large kitchen is a selling point on the modern property market. With space to cook and entertain, a kitchen extension of any type will add value to your property. Depending on the age of your property, you may have a small or even a very small narrow galley kitchen. If this is the case, you may also like to open up the wall between your kitchen and your lounge or dining room.
This will create one open space that encompasses your kitchen, lounge, and dining room. A real bonus for you, your family, and everyone you will be entertaining. Do remember however, that knock throughs should only ever be carried out by a professional building team.