Transforming a Victorian Semi with a Side Return Extension When our client purchased a derelict Victorian semi-detached house in Twickenham, they sought to create a luxurious family home that combined period charm with modern living. With a typical Victorian layout featuring small, closed-off rooms and a rear bathroom addition, the house had untapped potential [...]
Loft Conversion on a Maisonette: Transform Your Space into a two-storey property. A loft conversion on a maisonette can transform a first-floor property into a spacious two-storey home, offering additional living areas and enhancing the property’s value. Our recent project in [specific location] highlights the possibilities when designing a loft conversion for maisonettes, even [...]
Buying or living in a new build house does not mean that you cannot extend the property. Often when planning permission is granted for a new build house, then the permitted development rights are removed from the property. This means that any extension would need to be applied for under a house holder planning [...]
Expanding Homes with Previous Extensions There is no set number of times you can extend your home and we often get asked about extending a house that’s been extended. Some properties we have worked on already had multiple extensions built in the past, but their layouts no longer suit the current owners. In some [...]
You can extend your house as many times as you like if it complies with the guideline set out by your local council. Building work is expensive and some of our clients like to carry out their projects in stages. They may gain permission for an extension, a loft conversion and an outbuilding and [...]
In theory, you do not need planning permission for a double storey extension. However, there are a lot of factors that stop you being able to do this. To be able to build a double storey extension without planning permission, you will have to do so under permitted development. This means that you will [...]
Budget Home Extension Tips: Cost-Effective Ways to Expand Your Space Adding an extension to your home is a fantastic way to increase its value and create more space. These budget home extension tips will help you achieve a spacious extension without exceeding your budget. Planning Your Budget-Friendly Extension Understanding Costs One of the first [...]
A wrap around extension is where an extension wraps around two or more sides of the house. For example, an extension to the rear of the house and one to the side that join would be a wraparound extension. It is a very common extension type on Victorian properties. A lot of these houses [...]
How Much Does a Side Extension Cost? How much does a side extension cost. A side extension is a practical way to utilize unused space on the side of your house, often occupied by sheds or bins, or left completely empty. It can transform this area into functional living space, such as a garage, [...]
How Much Does a Kitchen Extension Cost? A kitchen extension is a fantastic way to expand your living space and create the open-plan kitchen of your dreams. However, the cost of a kitchen extension varies greatly depending on several factors, including the design, materials, and finishes you choose. To help you plan, here's a [...]
