In recent years, more people have been considering knocking down walls around their kitchens to create more space, says a specialist.Making these structural changes can help to create more room for sink accessories and there are many other benefits that can come from expanding kitchen areas into dining rooms, a representative from MyHammer.co.uk has emphasised.Jim Hustwit, UK country manager at the company, said We get quite a lot of requests from people wanting walls knocked down. It gives a bit of light and airiness to the kitchen and dining room areas and allows for an open plan kitchen and eating area.Mr Hustwit also noted that there are numerous people who are looking for loft conversions and extensions.Aspect.co.uk reported earlier this month that 59 per cent of London homeowners may consider postponing home improvements due to worries over job prospects or wages.