Kitchen & dining extensions
Open up the rear of the property for a larger kitchen, dining area or connected family space, planned around everyday movement, daylight and garden access.
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Designed as one home
The best extension does not feel added on.
A successful extension is about more than gaining square metres. It should improve how the whole home works.
We consider the relationship between old and new: proportions, rooflines, exterior finishes, natural light, circulation, storage, thresholds and the connection with your garden.
Recent work · Stourbridge
Recent property extension work in Stourbridge.
Recent property extension and alteration work in Stourbridge. This brick-built domestic project was photographed during construction, with the roof, new windows and associated external works visible.
It demonstrates the type of coordinated building work involved in adapting an existing home to create more practical space. Each project is surveyed and specified around the property, the intended layout and the homeowner’s requirements.
- Genuine recent work photographed during construction
- Brickwork, roofing, windows and external details coordinated
- Project scope agreed following a property survey
Ways to extend
Create the space your home is missing.
The right approach depends on the property, your priorities and any relevant permissions. We start with how the new space needs to work.
Single-storey extensions
Add a family room, utility, home office, accessible living space or additional ground-floor accommodation without moving home.
Side & rear extensions
Make better use of underused space around the property while improving the flow between existing rooms and the new footprint.
Double-storey extensions
Create substantial additional space across two floors for bedrooms, bathrooms and living areas, subject to the property, design and relevant approvals.
Open-plan alterations
Rework adjoining rooms to create a brighter, more connected layout. Structural alterations require appropriate design and approval before work starts.
Whole-space transformation
Connect the extension with a new kitchen, utility, flooring, decorating and outdoor works so every part of the project feels intentional.
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One coordinated project
From the first idea to the final detail.
The exact service is tailored to the property and recorded in your written quotation, so responsibilities and exclusions are clear before work begins.
Planning the space
Your priorities, budget and intended use; layout, access, circulation, material choices and coordination with appointed specialists where required.
Building the extension
Agreed groundworks, foundations, drainage, masonry, structural alterations, roofing, windows, doors, insulation and first-fix services.
Completing the interior
Plastering, joinery, kitchens, utilities, flooring, lighting, decoration, detailing and the agreed route to handover.
Connecting the outside
Patios, paths, steps, thresholds, drainage, landscaping and entrance improvements considered alongside the new space.
Thoughtful by design
Decisions that make the finished space work better.
Layout, structure and finish are not separate conversations. We consider how each decision affects the room you will use every day.
- Daylight and privacy
- Movement and circulation
- Room proportion
- Heating and electrical services
- Practical storage
- Exterior character
- Thresholds and drainage
- Garden connection
A clear route forward
From home survey to handover.
A structured process keeps the key decisions visible and gives the agreed work a logical route from idea to completion.
Initial conversation
Tell us what is not working in your current home, what you want to create and any ideas you already have.
Free home survey
We visit the property to review the space, access, existing construction and the likely scope of work.
Brief & design
The layout and specification develop, with the relevant planning, structural and Building Regulations steps identified.
Written quotation
You receive the proposed work, inclusions, exclusions, payment stages and anticipated next steps in writing.
Build & coordinate
Trades, materials and agreed stages are organised through one main point of contact, with progress updates.
Finish & hand over
Final details and agreed checks are completed before the new space is reviewed and handed back to you.
Programmes depend on design approval, statutory processes, product lead times, site conditions and the agreed scope.
Plan with confidence
What may need to be considered before building.
Depending on the property and proposed design, an extension may involve planning permission or permitted-development rules, Building Regulations approval, structural engineering, drainage or sewer considerations and Party Wall matters.
Permissions are property-specific. Some extensions can fall within permitted-development rules, but limits and conditions apply. Planning permission and Building Regulations are separate, and most extensions require Building Regulations approval.
Planning route
The design and property determine whether planning permission, prior approval or permitted-development rules may apply.
Building Control
The appropriate approval route and inspections should be understood before relevant building work begins.
Structural input
Openings, beams, foundations and other structural elements may require competent professional design.
Neighbouring property
Boundaries, shared structures, drainage and Party Wall matters may need consideration depending on the proposal.
Local extension services
House extensions across the West Midlands.
Based in Brierley Hill, we undertake suitable extension and renovation projects across the region. Send your postcode and a short description so we can confirm availability.
Brierley HillDudleyStourbridgeKingswinford
HalesowenOldburyWest BromwichWolverhampton
BirminghamSolihullWalsallSurrounding areas
Helpful answers
Before you plan an extension.
Straightforward answers for the early stages. Your property and agreed scope will determine the final route.
How much does a house extension cost?
The cost depends on the footprint, structure, ground conditions, access, glazing, services and level of internal finish. Design fees, approvals and specialist work may also apply. After the home survey and design discussion, we provide a written quotation explaining the agreed scope and exclusions.
Do you handle planning permission and Building Regulations?
We can discuss the likely requirements and coordinate relevant stages where they form part of the agreed service. Approval cannot be guaranteed and remains subject to the local planning authority, Building Control and any appointed specialists.
How long will my extension take?
Timescales vary with the design, approvals, structural work, product lead times, site conditions and finishes. A realistic programme can be prepared once the scope and pre-construction requirements are understood.
Can you match my existing brickwork and roof?
We can seek materials and details that complement the existing property. Exact matches may not always be possible because of age, weathering and product availability; any material differences should be discussed before ordering.
Can you include a new kitchen within the extension?
Yes. The kitchen layout, cabinetry, worktops, services, lighting and finishes can be coordinated with the extension as one project when included in the quotation.
Can we remain in the house during construction?
Often, but this depends on the scale of structural work and whether water, heating, electricity or access will be affected. We will discuss expected disruption and practical arrangements during planning.
What happens if hidden problems are discovered?
Existing buildings can contain conditions that are not visible during an initial survey. If additional work becomes necessary, we explain the issue and obtain written agreement before chargeable changes proceed, except where proportionate emergency safety action is required.
Start with your home
Let’s plan an extension that changes how you live.
Bring us your ideas, inspiration photographs or even a rough sketch. We will visit your property, discuss the possibilities and prepare the next steps around your home and priorities.
No pressure. Clear advice based on your property. The free initial visit is a home survey for quotation purposes, not a structural survey or formal planning assessment.