Bedrooms look into Alfresco
Danni B
2 years ago
Hi, looking for some advice on the alfresco placement. 2 of the bedrooms currently look into the alfresco which is enclosed on all sides so it feels like a bit of a shed. Would you recommend opening it up so the bedroom windows can open into fresh air? Any 9ther suggestions welcome :)
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Anne Monsour
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2 years agoDanni B
2 years agoYes thats what is what I'm trying to solve for. The bedrooms looking into an enclosed space feels strange. I think taking out the glass and putting some flooring in.
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