and rear extensions and standard roof, there are many ways to expand your home, small changes to transform a corner of a room - such as installing a skylight or juliet balcony - to more significant changes that will add a real sense of space, as the addition of a mezzanine or the loss of a ceiling. Be inspired by our guide showing 11 alternative ideas to expand, suitable for a variety of budgets and spaces.
front porches
While most of the plots have more space back, it is sometimes space to add additional space to the front of the property.
narrow entrances can easily cluttered with coats and shoes, and a porch can help with this, providing a dedicated storage space. In addition, a new front door can also improve safety and help prevent heat loss.
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While most of the plots have more space back, it is sometimes space to add additional space to the front of the property.
narrow entrances can easily cluttered with coats and shoes, and a porch can help with this, providing a dedicated storage space. In addition, a new front door can also improve safety and help prevent heat loss.
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Side extensions
If you have a small garden in the back, you probably will not want to reduce its size even further by extending your property. However, many properties have a long, thin space on the side - the side return. It is usually found in a shadow, and can be of much better use if it becomes part of the house.
Please note that you will need to seek permission for a side extension. Most boards will advise you on the restrictions on these extensions, or you can get a good idea of what is allowed by looking at neighboring properties to see what has already been built.
This new space has the potential to make a dramatic difference to your existing living space. Depending on the depth of the new extension, it can either provide a seating area, dining room or even transform the entire rear of the property in an open plan kitchen-dining-living room.
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If you have a small garden in the back, you probably will not want to reduce its size even further by extending your property. However, many properties have a long, thin space on the side - the side return. It is usually found in a shadow, and can be of much better use if it becomes part of the house.
Please note that you will need to seek permission for a side extension. Most boards will advise you on the restrictions on these extensions, or you can get a good idea of what is allowed by looking at neighboring properties to see what has already been built.
This new space has the potential to make a dramatic difference to your existing living space. Depending on the depth of the new extension, it can either provide a seating area, dining room or even transform the entire rear of the property in an open plan kitchen-dining-living room.
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skylights
If you have an existing good height from floor to ceiling in your loft space, a skylight is relatively small extension that adds a lot of light and improves the height of the head as well.
dormers facing the rear are easier to obtain permission and, in most areas, they are considered as the legitimate development - unless you live in a conservation area or have a listed property . If you can not get permission for skylights, even inserting Velux windows will improve this space. You may need permission for two, so be sure to check with your local council or an architect.
In the latter bathroom floor in a Georgian mansion, adding a dormer created just enough head height to fit in a small bathroom. It also greatly improves the light in the room.
If you have an existing good height from floor to ceiling in your loft space, a skylight is relatively small extension that adds a lot of light and improves the height of the head as well.
dormers facing the rear are easier to obtain permission and, in most areas, they are considered as the legitimate development - unless you live in a conservation area or have a listed property . If you can not get permission for skylights, even inserting Velux windows will improve this space. You may need permission for two, so be sure to check with your local council or an architect.
In the latter bathroom floor in a Georgian mansion, adding a dormer created just enough head height to fit in a small bathroom. It also greatly improves the light in the room.
Landmark Lofts
skylights full width
If a simple window does not feel like it will be enough, why not change a pitched roof in a rear full-width window?
the largest skylight of the project, the more space your full height loft gains. In most homes, if you build a rear full-width window there should be enough space for a bedroom, bathroom and precious storage attic and a new course staircase.
If a simple window does not feel like it will be enough, why not change a pitched roof in a rear full-width window?
the largest skylight of the project, the more space your full height loft gains. In most homes, if you build a rear full-width window there should be enough space for a bedroom, bathroom and precious storage attic and a new course staircase.
Ajax Builders
Juliette balconies
instead of a wide window of your room overlooking the garden, why not install a Juliet balcony to give extra feeling of space and light instead?
In this house, the designer has gone a step further, using folding doors ceiling glass with a glass balustrade unframed to give a view of the open roof.
instead of a wide window of your room overlooking the garden, why not install a Juliet balcony to give extra feeling of space and light instead?
In this house, the designer has gone a step further, using folding doors ceiling glass with a glass balustrade unframed to give a view of the open roof.
Chris Snook
rear extensions
a back extension is probably the most common type of extension because it can add the most value to your property . According to his siz e you can build under permitted development rules, or apply via a planning application. If previous extensions on the house, it is interesting to discuss with your architect.
A rear extension can be traditional or contemporary style, and can greatly improve your kitchen and dining room. The owners of this house have opted for a rear and side extension. Thank you to a larger garden, party wall issues were avoided with an extension slightly from the site boundaries. The design is an excellent example of how a traditional house can be improved with the addition of a bright contemporary space that contrasts with the rest of the building.
a back extension is probably the most common type of extension because it can add the most value to your property . According to his siz e you can build under permitted development rules, or apply via a planning application. If previous extensions on the house, it is interesting to discuss with your architect.
A rear extension can be traditional or contemporary style, and can greatly improve your kitchen and dining room. The owners of this house have opted for a rear and side extension. Thank you to a larger garden, party wall issues were avoided with an extension slightly from the site boundaries. The design is an excellent example of how a traditional house can be improved with the addition of a bright contemporary space that contrasts with the rest of the building.
STEPHEN FLETCHER ARCHITECTS
extensions in two stages
If your budget allows, why not expand on the ground and first floor at the same time? It is often more economical step, as opposed to moving, or doing a lot of construction work, and then a few years later to embark on another project - especially if you need more room space or an office / study on the first floor.
permission for an extension of two floors can be difficult, but careful design by an experienced architect will be invaluable.
If the extension of two floors facing your garden, why not offer to use part of the new roof of the ground floor extension, a roof terrace? This will add an additional premium to the value of your property.
If your budget allows, why not expand on the ground and first floor at the same time? It is often more economical step, as opposed to moving, or doing a lot of construction work, and then a few years later to embark on another project - especially if you need more room space or an office / study on the first floor.
permission for an extension of two floors can be difficult, but careful design by an experienced architect will be invaluable.
If the extension of two floors facing your garden, why not offer to use part of the new roof of the ground floor extension, a roof terrace? This will add an additional premium to the value of your property.
Vorbild architecture
Removing caps
in most of the top floor apartments in terraced houses converted ago a room at the back of the building with low ceilings and sloping roof, which is not high enough use for storage. A smart way to create the feeling of space is to remove the cap and enjoy the extra height.
In addition, if you add roof lights, you can transform a space otherwise dark in a bright room, ideal for a kitchen as shown here, or a dining room.
in most of the top floor apartments in terraced houses converted ago a room at the back of the building with low ceilings and sloping roof, which is not high enough use for storage. A smart way to create the feeling of space is to remove the cap and enjoy the extra height.
In addition, if you add roof lights, you can transform a space otherwise dark in a bright room, ideal for a kitchen as shown here, or a dining room.
Vorbild architecture
mezzanines
If you 're lucky enough to live in a house with ultra-high ceilings, why not use the space to create a mezzanine level? If the height of internal ceiling can be halved and each half is still well above 2m, you can use the space to create a new bedroom, entertainment room or TV room, for example.
This new domestic level will require structural design, but it is much cheaper than creating the same amount of floor space by extending your home.
you may not need planning permission because it is an internal rotation (unless your building is listed), but you need the new building to adhere to building regulations
Many homes will not be able to be divided in this way, but high ceilings and the most unusual spaces -. a former church in the case of this play, for example - will give you many opportunities to be creative
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If you 're lucky enough to live in a house with ultra-high ceilings, why not use the space to create a mezzanine level? If the height of internal ceiling can be halved and each half is still well above 2m, you can use the space to create a new bedroom, entertainment room or TV room, for example.
This new domestic level will require structural design, but it is much cheaper than creating the same amount of floor space by extending your home.
you may not need planning permission because it is an internal rotation (unless your building is listed), but you need the new building to adhere to building regulations
Many homes will not be able to be divided in this way, but high ceilings and the most unusual spaces -. a former church in the case of this play, for example - will give you many opportunities to be creative
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extensions small basement
a good, cost-effective alternative extension of the space is a small extension to the basement, as this ingenious wine cellar, accessible from the kitchen.
Such modification may not require planning permission, but it is always prudent to check with your board. however it does need a thorough structural design.
You can of course extend under most of your home, but in most cases this is very expensive.
a good, cost-effective alternative extension of the space is a small extension to the basement, as this ingenious wine cellar, accessible from the kitchen.
Such modification may not require planning permission, but it is always prudent to check with your board. however it does need a thorough structural design.
You can of course extend under most of your home, but in most cases this is very expensive.
Vorbild architecture
garden extensions on the roof
If you live in a city where open spaces are rare, or you do not have a garden, how voulez- you have your own little outdoor space? Although it is not simple to achieve planning permission (most proposals fail because the board is concerned about the noise and giving this new high point of view), it is worth considering.
If you are lucky enough, your architect and manages to get permission from all important planning, it will make your property stand out from the crowd, and increase its value considerably.
The architectural drawing here shows a carefully balanced roof extension and a roof terrace. The roof terrace is front and extension is recessed to be less visible from the street.
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If you live in a city where open spaces are rare, or you do not have a garden, how voulez- you have your own little outdoor space? Although it is not simple to achieve planning permission (most proposals fail because the board is concerned about the noise and giving this new high point of view), it is worth considering.
If you are lucky enough, your architect and manages to get permission from all important planning, it will make your property stand out from the crowd, and increase its value considerably.
The architectural drawing here shows a carefully balanced roof extension and a roof terrace. The roof terrace is front and extension is recessed to be less visible from the street.
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Have you extended your house? We'd love to hear your experiences or tips in the comments below.
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