A home extension creates new space without leaving the existing property, but it also has to connect successfully with the original building. Structure, levels, rooflines, services, circulation, external appearance and planning requirements all need to be considered as one project.
Extensions can create larger living areas, bedrooms, offices or guest accommodation. The strongest solution begins with the purpose of the new area rather than simply adding floor area.
Expand ground-floor living and connect more directly to outdoor areas.
Add accommodation across more than one level where the site and building allow it.
Make the new space feel naturally connected to the original home.
Extend or reconfigure electrical, plumbing and cooling systems as required.
Openings, foundations, floor levels, roof connections and façade treatment need to work with the existing building rather than being resolved as late patches.
Coordinate foundations, load paths and openings.
Resolve floor transitions and access.
Connect new and existing weatherproofing correctly.
Match or intentionally contrast the original architecture.
Review existing house and site.
Set the additional space requirement.
Check planning and technical constraints.
Coordinate design and structure.
Resolve services and interfaces.
Build the extension.
Complete finishes and connect the whole property.
Use General Renovations for the wider property scope or move into the sibling specialist route that best matches the work.
Send the property location, photos or plans of the existing home and the type of additional space you need.