Single - storey extensions — mostly consisting
of kitchen extensions — and loft conversions are also big winners, up 49 per cent and 43 per cent in the past half - decade.
Even though you may want to plan that fantastic
new kitchen extension or the perfect curtains for the bedroom, don't get too emotionally invested in the early stages.
Expect the unexpected and plenty of impressive architectural details, from
perfect kitchen extensions to quirky design ideas that offer individual, daring design inspiration.
This large - scale island unit provides a utility sink and an abundance of storage solutions in this
smart kitchen extension.
By extending out and to the side of the property, the owner has created a natural flow of space between the breakfast room and the
new kitchen extension.
New life Make a design feature of an exposed brick wall in a newly
built kitchen extension by factoring a herringbone splash back into the wall itself.
The main structural change the owners made to the house was that they rebuilt the existing
kitchen extension with skylights, big windows and glass doors leading through the front of the house for maximum light.
An
existing kitchen extension was demolished and a larger structure that extends further into the garden was built, creating the perfect space to enjoy family life.
This light,
white kitchen extension, which includes a dining and seating area, has defined areas thanks to the use of block colours; purple for the kitchen and green for the dining area.
All you want is a little extra space for the
bespoke kitchen extension of your dreams (hmmm make that a small conservatory, too, while you're at it) and then those pesky council people go and put a spanner in the works...
Before and after: outdoor space is sacrificed for stylish kitchen extension
Modern schemes are a really flexible style solution for all kinds of property, whether it's a glass
box kitchen extension on the back of a Victorian terrace or a compact apartment in the heart of the city.
She's got a
new kitchen extension, a load of shiny cooking kit — the oven cost # 6,000, she whispers — and is supervising children choosing from chicken stew, baked potatoes and ratatouille, or tuna and vegetable wraps.
When we had
a kitchen extension done a couple of years ago we got a new dining table to replace our really really old and battered one but in the end kept our ancient table to use for crafts / messy play / science etc..
On the left of
my kitchen extension is my living room area.
(above) This appalling detail is
a kitchen extension that was built straight off the top of patio slabs without foundation — by a contractor.
This is
a kitchen extension built in 2010.
This is the top of
the kitchen extension and will be a flourishing green roof in the future.
There is nothing everyday about this bespoke curved island unit, which makes an impact in
this kitchen extension.
A lengthy renovation The original deck space now accommodates
the kitchen extension with its tall windows.
Casting a huge volume of light into
the kitchen extension, these capacious skylights make a striking architectural feature.
Hand - painted solid oak furniture with poplar and MDF doors has been fitted with iron handles and hinges to emphasise the Arts and Crafts feel in
this kitchen extension.
Pale glossy units maximise light in
this kitchen extension.
«David had designed and built
our kitchen extension, and we liked his work.
This kitchen extension has a fresh look, with pale grey Shaker - style kitchen units, white walls and contrasting black Silestone worktops.
Planning
a kitchen extension?
Opt for clean, neutral kitchen designs and always keep expense in proportion to the size and current value of your property; for example, there's little chance of adding value (or even recouping costs) if you add a bespoke # 25,000 kitchen to a semi that's valued at # 170,000 — even if it is in a brand - new
kitchen extension.
Back in the 1970s we embraced the patio and barbecue, now the rise of
the kitchen extension has seen this part of the garden invariably designed in tandem with the new room.
This kitchen extension allows room for a spacious kitchen - diner and the light oak table and dining chairs combined with the soft cream units create a light, airy feel.
In
a kitchen extension, position a dining table where the maximum light falls.
READ:
Kitchen extensions — how to design, plan and cost your dream space
A garden building can be anything you like: a sitting area, home office,
kitchen extension or play room.
If you're planning
a kitchen extension and entertain frequently, consider apportioning an area for a utility.
Plan
your kitchen extension storage with care.
The splashback is an integral part of
this kitchen extension.
If you're planning a major home improvement like a new
kitchen extension or a bathroom refit the bank holiday provides valuable time get a closer look at the details that can make or break a project.
The previous owners had renovated the house, as well as completing
the kitchen extension and loft conversion, so there was no structural work to be done, apart from refitting the bathrooms.
«I watched the builders working on
the kitchen extension and, although I wasn't officially house - hunting, I'd been thinking that I needed more space.»
Glazing above and around
the kitchen extension makes the most of available light, with the open feel enhanced by clever structural techniques that remove the need for supporting pillars.