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I would want to remove those sliding doors from the 2nd bedroom and put a wall up. Then you can extend the livingroom floor right into the corner and get rid of the steps. Much more space for furniture. I also like the open space to the kitchen, if you wanted to put something up I would go with the glass 🙂
I would block that sliding door too Louise those 3-4 little stairs are a waste of space. .
Just said that on Instagram 🤪👍🏻
I have been thinking exactly the same since the moment I saw the 2nd bedroom. Gives way more real estate in the living room.
Louise Laird good idea. Put a single door there and wall off where the other side of the slider was
I recommend you extend the steps to the kitchen right across to be level with the wall i.e cut the triangular part where the gates were away. This will open the kitchen space up x
Hi nick and Leigh , it's mark ... I'm actually a builder in south Manchester and Cheshire , I do like the idea of open near the steps , but the balustrade was there to meet building regulations, so if you remove it totally and someone falls in future you could be open to legal action 😕 .... also where the glass sliding doors are into bedroom , why not remove those and get the steps filled in timber and floored , a stud wall with plasterboard on to give you a proper corner to the room , then you could have a corner sofa ? Only an idea ....
me and carol enjoy your vlogs keep them up .
Have you checked building regulations before removing those railings? I believe more than 600mm change in floor level requires a railing/ balustrade etc
I was thinking the same, check building regs before deciding.
a nice low white planter box with greenery in it
Hi guys, I really love the appartment, I would put plants in that area with some little lights on them. Love that grey color.
With the need for additional storage space, maybe build a wall where the kitchen railing was and add storage cabinets?
I like the idea of creating stairs by the kitchen all the way round so it keeps it open but then it’s not a drop either for someone to hurt themselves or the kids when they come to visit.
You guys should see if you can extend those stairs over to the edge of the wall where the railing used to be. It would also make s more sense for that sliding door to be removed, and then a regular wall/door in its place. Getting rid of that weird overhang on the half wall opposite the downstairs and opposite the kitchen. Flat walls would be much easier to place furniture around.
If you could, it would actually be really nice to remove that kitchen wall entirely and replace it with a frosted glass wall so you can get some natural light inside the kitchen.
What do to with the place near the kitchen is, out in a low cabinet with a cushion on top. Instant storage and a little seat so one of you can watch the other cook. Also extra seating for parties
You could get a big plant trough with fake ferns or palms, that way you can just push it back if you want to chat in the kitchen and sit on the little step, but it also creates a partition without putting anything permanent up 😁 x
build a little staggered see thru multi shelf unit with grey stained wood, to store knick knacks by the kitchen steps. Stops falling and displays stuff
Whats underneath the lounge floor? I would agree and remove the sliding doors and fill the bedroom wall up, room for a nice sectional sofa then.I would stand a white shelving unit at the side of the kitchen stairs to give both a barrier and extra storage.
Hey boys . Check building regs before going any further . In my experience , builders often don't turn up for little jobs and if they do they charge solicitors wages !! But hopefully yours won't .
Instead of the expense of walls etc , I would buy / build a shelved room partition devider thingy , which you can see through from both angles of the living area and kitchen area and you can put things on and also use for storage , you can build it as high or low as you want and it would stop people from falling off edge .
You could do similar by the bedroom , or just get a nice oblong planter and fill it with green classy plants . And it will also march the lodge !! You would get the benefit of them from living room and bedroom .
Don't know what you've used to paint the walls with , but a roller on a pole would have done the job in 2/3 of the time😍 no wonder you are knackered ! Keep going boys ! 👍👏
A low wall in the area between the lounge and the kitchen made of glass blocks, will still let light into the kitchen.
I think you should put a large (grey) pot with a nice large plant in that partition near the kitchen.
Hi guys!
I would build a small wall with a ledge that you can put some of your lovely bits and bobs on. Perhaps have a narrow floor to ceiling wall attached to it and put some floating shelves in between to create a kind of bookcase that you can put some more of your pictures and ornaments etc
Love watching you both ( first time commenting but have been watching for about 18 months !) keep up the great work 😀😀
Its all coming along. Great colour choices for walls and the flooring 👍
What’s under the ‘platform’ the living room is on? Wonder if you could turn the drop to the kitchen into wider steps that go across the entire section... would open up the space and link the two rooms nicely. Although it would probably start getting expensive.
I would put up a short wall that is a shelving unit. You could have cubes and then put up shows. So being from the U.S. fixing up an apartment would never be allowed - assume you own or have long term lease. Over here you can do nearly no modifications in an apartment.
You might have to replace the railings with a similar shaped barrier as people could still fall off the edge onto the steps...I would still go for glass panels with polished stainless steel or chrome posts.
I would definitely get rid of the steps to second bedroom and block wall. Agree with idea of glass barrier for the kitchen bit or make the stairs the full width. Guessing you have bought the apartment and aren't just renting!
I think glass balustrade where the baby gate railings were would look fab, especially on the mezzanine. I would also put some green indoor plants near the kitchen steps where Leigh sat. I have to say I was a little concerned when Nick said having no railings would be fine. Roll on a few glasses of wine and a zoom party and it could be an accident waiting to happen 😂😂. Loving your vlogs guys.
I am usually team leigh but when it comes to the Christmas tree I agree with Nick. Lodge guy trees are always stunning
I would make/get made a nice cushion where the banister was so you have a nice sitting area where one can sit whilst the other cooks!
a game changer would be - maybe move the tv to the wall on the left as you leave the kitchen (might have to move the radiator), under the overhang, then you can have two sofas, one in each window recess - it would make the room look so spacious - also put the dining table upstairs in the office with comfy fabric dining chairs, dual purpose as a desk as well, and then loads of room for the xmas tree!
I defo think a glass screen around both the edges of the steps, the same for the railings where the office is.
Why don’t you add kitchen cupboards that open up into your lounge floor void space. Storage with no downside. You can turn your kitchen wall into internal glass partition. Some led lighting down it, maybe opaque glass. Finally how about a black and white picture mural. You could even use one of your own pictures. That wound look nice on the back wall of the office deck.
Hi guys, the perching area in the kitchen you could put a big spice rack in there or a wine/gin rack to stop people falling into the kitchen, gives you usable storage? Love the vlogs x
Glass panel for both areas with a polished stainless steel post.
Put a wine rack in that area. You could screw it down like a built in shelf.
I think the glass at kitchen will still give you light and view and will match glass at office balcony.
Cool apt. Yes railing had to go..it opened up the space. By the odd spot...Is a table going on that side of space? Will there be chairs? Then maybe the clear panel. If no chairs what about a rectangular planter , the length of the spot. Place the artificial long grass 6 across. It adds a little something modern without over powering the space. But then I do like how someone can sit there with glass of wine while you are in kitchen. Listen, once you paint , get in your main furnishings all in its place, then revisit. That spot may not be so prominent and just disappear due to all the furnishings in their place.
I think you don’t need the metal rail to the bedroom but should keep part of the one to the kitchen without the section by the steps. I think a mini wall might still be dangerous, a glass one better.
Good video, Leigh and Nick, keep up the good work.
Hi Guys, how about building a small breakfast bar with a couple of bar stools on the upper level. Apart from using it yourselves, It would also give you a couple of extra dining spaces for when you have dinner guests.
Another great vlog guys... 💖... Decisions... Decisions... You both have so many ideas going on right now... I am sure when you new apartment is finished... It will look stunning... Keep up the great work... Take care and stay safe 😷
I would definitely go for the glass screen nick , love watching the progress yous are making with the apartment x
Live with it as it is for a while. No hurry. Nice as a perching bench, or put a big pot plant to stop Nick falling xx
If you wall off the 2nd bedroom, extend the floor in the living room (covering those stairs) you could also have a small cubby for storage under those stairs that you could access with a little door from that bedroom.
Also, a window in the kitchen wall to open that up and bring in light - taking advantage of the beautiful tall windows. So beautiful.
I think you should put a love seat where the banister was then it can turn to face the TV then it can face the kitchen x
Idea for the kitchen stairs area, just put a large plant there?
I like Leigh's idea of putting a cushion on that edge near the kitchen. You could even make an indentation in the floor, since you are redoing them anyhow, to make a seat there and put a back to it too. Could make a cute seat out of that angle.
Glass would look amazing 💜
The apartment is really coming together nicely now guys! How about those glass blocks you mentioned weeks ago!! Maybe use them as a small “wall”. Or you could build a drinks cabinet in that space either facing in to the kitchen or the other way around??
Hey guys! I absolutely love that shirt on you Nick!! Good job with tea Leigh! Never realized how much of a task painting is. Maybe some plants or a glass wall would work best for that area by the kitchen, wouldn't want someone falling😬 Best wishes ❤ Lodger Britt from FL!
A few subscribers have suggested it but I think it's a good idea, extend the steps going into the kitchen
Definitely need the small glass banister which would look really classy in that bit next to the kitchen!
Definitely a glass panel by the kitchen. Leigh, you can sit on the step with your wine! 😉
Hi both, absolutely loving the renovations, just a thought for the steps down to the kitchen, could a builder extend the steps to make a half moon shape, think once the flooring is down it’ll help with your ideas x
Hiya guys, you could put either plants or a glass brick wall
Maybe put a couple plants by the kitchen bit? Instead of a side/wall Just an idea 😊 loving seeing it all come together nicely. You guys are doing a great job. Keep up the good work xx
The apartment is looking great love the grey color. I would either do a breakfast bar or open shelving for more kitchen storage
Glass screen for sure between the living room and kitchen.
I have Phillips Hue lights and light strips in my home which are great for setting moods and using lighting effects. They would look great on your downlighters and in your lamps
Building regs apply if you have a drop then the railing or barrier has to be at least 900mm high for safety reasons. I would go with glass for the best look.
Glass pannels where the gates were will look great guys😊❤
The glass on one side of each stairwell would defo look the best and i agree with nick about a large xmas tree make the most of those high ceilings would look amazing.Such a lovely apartment will look great once finished.Whens the lodge guys curry christning for it 👍
Since you asked, I was thinking maybe one of those tall artificial plants on the part of the ledge near the wall, still leaving enough room to sit on the stair side of the ledge. I agree that having a place there to sit while the other is cooking is a nice idea.
Glass paetial wall would be nice. or create more storage. in the kitchen, add upper cabinets on the blank wall by the stove and build more storage cabinets above the fridge. Good luck as your update!
What about a big house plant? Once you have furniture there it will look nice
definitely need something by the kitchen as someone will fall off it. the bedroom i would extend the wall and have a conventional door or block it up completely if there is another access into the room. also is there a reason for the raised section where the living room is? whats under it? can it be lowered down?
What about a white ottoman that has room underneath for storage, you could probably find one that’s the exact size for that space 😀 or a fancy dumb waiter, where you can put food on directly from the kitchen, etc,,,
What about the little wall you were taking about but with a ledge to make it in to a little breakfast bar with 2 stools? Best of both worlds!? Xx
Comfy, colorful pillows you sit on would be nice for the floor space by the kitchen steps
So you take stairs up to go to the living room and then stairs down to get into the bedroom. Why not take that whole platform down so the living room is on the same level as the kitchen and bedroom? Would remove the steps and ledges, give you more floor space and taller ceilings!
The glass block wall part way up would be a good idea. Then the other wall with the mirror build that out to meet the stairs.
What's under your floor in the living room, is it hollow or is the original mill floor and the kitchen and bedroom have been lowered?
You two make my day, so lovely and very funny xx
For the bit near the kitchen I'd put a seat there. Leigh was sat there with his legs hanging over, great for chatting while someone is cooking. Get some foam and upholster it to form a soft spot to sit.
Have you thought about Glass Blocks where you used to have the railings in the lounge. You can get clear glass blocks which are quite good value. Glass Blocks Direct to a good range.
Ahi guys I think you could have a long box with plants in and just push it back so you can sit on the corner towards the kitchen....❤️💕❤️💕🍷🍷🍷
I think you need some sort of glass frame there. I’m worried if your nieces visit, they could fall over, into the kitchen.
I think a breakfast bar with the chairs in the kitchen might work
See others have already mentioned it but you’ll need something in both places to meet building regs and that will have to be of a certain height too so would be worth checking on that before you make any firm decisions. With the look you seem to be going for (like the lodge but slightly different) I’d suggest (safety) glass with brushed chrome framing. I find brushed looks softer than polished and doesn’t show every fingerprint which I’m guessing would drive you crazy. Also if you do go for that wallpaper you were considering on the back office wall, you might want the glass to be clear otherwise it’d distort what you see of it from downstairs. Got a suggestion & obviously only if you haven’t dumped them already but might be worth spray painting a section of the railings in silver/chrome to see if you still hate them. Would change the look and make them look more modern. Just an idea. Might look awful but would be a whole lot easier & save you a fortune.🤷♀️
As for the Christmas tree/table debate I’d remember that whilst the table might only be D110cm by the time chairs are round it and pulled out, it’ll take up more room so bear that in mind before you finalise what else to order & whether there’s room for a huge tree. I’d also go slightly smaller on the rug too otherwise you won’t see any of the new flooring you’re splashing out on and with a bit of space around the rug, it will make the area look more spacious rather than crammed in. IMO. Good luck! x
Glass..will look modern and keep the space open.
I agree with Nick, you need a huge christmas tree! 🎄🎄🎄
Definable a glass bulstrade , where you have removed the rails it looks leathal, &it looks odd not finished off xxx
I think a breakfast bar and chairs would look nice there x
I would continue the steps over to the other wall where you removed the rail.
By the kitchen add a bit of stud wall but make it knee hi or you might trip over it after a bottle of Kylie 🤪 , oh yeah absolutely as big a tree as will fit then we can all send you decs 👏🏻👍🏻
Could you not have a reclaimed wood divider / railing to compliment the furniture?
Definitly go with the 15ft tree Nick!! Bring on vlogmas xx
Glass will keep it looking more open I think x
Id put a frosted glass panel and match it with a frosted glass front replacing the top white baby gates in the office :)
I think a grey frosted glass on the stairs would look good
Defiantly glass will finish it of nice not to sure about a mini wall 👍
I think a false small wall coloured grey so it looks like a wall .. not glass !
The hat is from cast connections I watch your videos over and over when I’m cleaning 🥰 hope I’m not wrong 😂
Glass balustrade would amazing 😍
Instead of a wooden balustrade why not glass where the steps and 2nd floor is or....... extended the steps that way guests can sit on them when you're cooking etc. You could also put the TV on that wall opposite where the tv is now then you'll have more room for the sofas.
Is the living room area a false built up raised area that could be removed?
put a few plants there, look amazing
Why don't you build a unit so u have storage on one side for the kitchen and storage on the other side for the front room x
Hi leigh and nick hope your both well, how about putting a some kind of, cabinet by the steps, leading down to ur kitchen
What about frosted glass and a nice plant in front x
False wall by the kitchen, also remove the glass doors and build a wall with a door to the bedroom.
Can you not replace it with glass?
I assume that you have bought this apartment as you are doing all of this work. Check the lease before you decide as some have very strict restrictions on what you can do especially with flooring in flats.
Maybe a nice column or 2 small columns would look so smart