Category Archives: Extending

Paddock remodelling & extension project underway

The remodelling project in a traditional style that we undertook on a house in Gosport, Hampshire is progressing rather nicely. Our proposal turns what was a modest two bedroom 1960s detached house into a four bedroom two bathroom home with … Continue reading

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Permitted Development – The Changes 2013

The process introduces uncertainty and an inconsistency into permitted development which has not existed before. Continue reading

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Why the Governments changes to Permitted Development are not such a great idea – Planning changes

So given my position you would think I would relish the opportunity to design larger extensions without the interference of the local planning authority. However, despite the benefits…. Continue reading

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Knock down or rebuild?

When undertaking a large project such as remodelling or the heavy extension of an existing house, the question that often arises is; wouldn’t it be better to knock the lot down and start from scratch? Continue reading

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Small space big on style

Small home extensions when carried out with clever internal remodelling can create dramatic open plan layouts. These new internal spaces are best when they benefit from additional natural lighting and secret structural beams. One project where the addition of a … Continue reading

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Open plan layouts

Long gone are the days when family members were confined to different zoned rooms, today’s layouts are all about the experience of shared activities and family involvement. Continue reading

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