I think you have been watching too many reality TV shows that paint women as territorial princesses. A relationship is a partnership too, it is not just about love and trust, it is also about respect and consideration and having empathy for the other person's feelings and needs, two people living and working together for the good of each other. Each partner will have strengths and weaknesses and complimenting each other in this regard makes for a good relationship provided respect, empathy and consideration is shown, so no one partner should dominate in any aspect to this degree or even think about it. Even the most design challenged person should have some say in the environment they live in.

We really love your designs! As a not for profit organisation we work hard to bring accessibility inside the home. The oven is quite high. and it could be difficult for someone in a wheelchair or of shorter stature to reach. Also, the cupboard on the top can be hard to reach and therefore create a safety issue. If you want more information: www.lifemark.co.nz

Drying room with retractable clothes line, floor to ceiling cupboards on one side, low line shelves for shoes underneath and a place for kids sports bags on top, a window for ventilation, and double cavity slider doors to close it all off - BLISS!!!

Thanks for all your comments so far. These are just the first concept designs. We will be progressing to detailed designs next week. Yes all the exposed brick will be going. The wall on the right of the fridge recess will remain but be plastered over. The wall above the fridge and to the left where the current pantry and oven are will be removed entirely (supporting straps on roof beams). Yes there is a corner window which the sink faces onto. Currently that window is remaining as is. The sink will be double. Looking at Franke designs. Fridge width approx 900-920mm.