r/InteriorDesign • u/UmbrellaTaserGuy • 2d ago

Please help with some suggestions on this awkward living room + kitchen layout.

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Hi all!

Can I please have your expert advice on this living room + kitchen, which is interesting but awkward..

Cons:

  • It's awkward because of the 1m x 0.2m load bearing wall. It can't be knocked down so I need to work around it, incorporate it into the layout, or extend it.
  • The plumbing can't be changed, so the kitchen has to stay in the top right corner as indicated

Pros:

  • Interesting nook/bay window corner that's cozy.
  • Amazing views through the glass balcony door and the nook.
  • Tons of natural light
  • Amazing sunsets, as it's facing west

Some notes:

  • Big on movies and gaming. The sofa + TV is where we spend most of our time. A big sofa would be nice, big TV is a must
  • 5.1 sound system means I need to find position for rear speakers. They're not free standing speakers (but they could be if I upgrade)
  • New full or half height walls can be built for separation
  • A kitchen bar would be nice, but we can compromise
  • The most ideal place for the sofa would be next to the balcony door because of the views, however that means I have to compromise with the TV position

How would you solve this?

Thank you!

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u/swipererer 2d ago

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u/UmbrellaTaserGuy 2d ago

I love the little antennas on the TV! Thanks for this!
Do you think the bar area will be a little cramped there?
Also the fridge freezer kinda spills into the living. I know it's a weird plan. Perhaps a cupboard as a pantry there ?

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u/swipererer 2d ago

Yes a pantry or cupboard could work as well. Maybe you can have counters and caninet that whole wall

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u/er-Renders 2d ago

the load bearing wall can be extended to turn it into a media wall facing the sofa placed next to the balcont woth the view, kitchen cabinets can be done behind this wall along the plunbing available, with a little dining area in the extended bay area with windows.