ᐅ Opinions and Ideas for Renovating a Single-Family Home

Good morning, dear building experts,

Last week, I purchased an existing house. Unfortunately, the current layout does not completely meet my expectations. I would like to have an open kitchen combined with a dining area. To achieve this, I would need to remove a wall.

My question is whether you think this is feasible by installing a steel beam (TT beam) as a support. I am providing a drawing so you can see the current layout.

The walls or wall sections marked in blue are the ones I would like to remove, of course considering whether this is possible. The goal is to create a continuous space in the green-shaded area to use as kitchen and dining room.

The house dates back to the early 1970s.

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No one in this forum can answer your question with certainty. Instead, you should consult a structural engineer.

Hello,

I also strongly recommend consulting a structural engineer.

One more question: The middle "wall" somehow looks like a three-flue chimney, doesn’t it?

Best regards,

Dirk

The wall is positioned right next to the chimney.

And this chimney flue is supposed to go as well?