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House Extensions in Hammersmith and Fulham
Divi Design – Hammersmith and Fulham house extension specialists
In today’s uncertain economic climate, house extensions are a practical way to enhance the way you live. Rather than moving house you can re-design your living space, opening up your home to add room and increase natural light. A house extension will improve your life today, and add value for when you sell in the future.
At Divi Design we’re Architectural Designers and Planning Specialists. We also offer a comprehensive project management service. We know Hammersmith well, including the way Planning policy is applied by the borough of Hammersmith and Fulham. We are ideally placed to help you create the house extension in Hammersmith and Fulham you have in mind.
Design and construction are arts – and so is listening. We always listen carefully to what you need to be sure we understand what you want from a house extension. We’ll explain the process of designing and building a house extension to achieve your goals on time and on budget.
If your intended house extension in Hammersmith and Fulham does not qualify for Permitted Development Rights we’ll take you through the Planning application process too.
What is the cost of a house extension in Hammersmith?
Costs of a house extension are affected by many elements, including the shape, size and type of extension you choose. We’ll explain the options for the most suitable ones for your home, including
- rear extensions
- side extensions,
- ground floor extensions
- wrap-around extensions (also called an L-shaped extension)
- two-storey extensions or a
- side return extensions.
House size, preferred type of roofing, size and type of windows and doors, and the materials used – all these influence the price.
Even a modest extension can transform the size, versatility and enjoyment that comes with your home. A house adds space and can let in more natural light, often improving the way you enjoy your garden too.
Every project is different. That said, you should expect costs to come out between £3500 to £5000 per square metre. For an extension measuring 2.5m x 4m (approximately 8ft x 13ft), the price will be from about £35,000 to £40,000. Larger or complex projects will cost more.
Despite these variations, many aspects are similar for all house extensions. Costs encompass more than the ‘bricks and mortar’, and you should account for
- professional fees – architectural designs, Planning advice, and possibly, a structural engineer and/or a party wall surveyor
- an application for Planning Permission or for a Certificate of Lawful Development
- Building Regulations / Building Control approval.
Working with you to create your house extension in Hammersmith.
Our instinct is for designs that are simple and elegant, making use of modern materials and construction techniques. We’re also sensitive to the challenges of blending new designs with older buildings. So, once you’ve got in touch, we’ll explain what’s required for a successful house extension. We’ll work with you through each stage, including
- A site visit (FREE) to understand what you have in mind.
- a feasibility study covering
- recommendations for the sort of house extension that meets your needs best
- advice on Planning Permission including whether your project will qualify under the simpler rules for Permitted Development
- initial drawings
- Design ideas, including suggestions for materials
- plans, drawings and specifications
- help selecting a suitable building contractor, if required
- compliance with Building Regulations
If you need Planning Permission we’ll organise the application for you – which is where our local knowledge is essential. We can also provide a project management service, so everything will be ‘under one roof.’
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House extensions in
Hammersmith and Fulham
We combine architectural design and a specialism in Planning with a comprehensive project management service – all complemented by our local knowledge of Hammersmith and Fulham.
We have good professional relationships with the Planning department at the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham, so we understand how they interpret Planning policy; we can rely on a high success rate for applications we make.
Thus resourced, we’re ideally placed to help you achieve your house extension in the style that suits you, your home, and your lifestyle – now and in the future.
We do house extensions all over London, including but not limited to Barking & Dagenham, Bromley, Barnet, Bexley, Enfield, Greenwich, Hammersmith & Fulham, Havering, Romford, Thurrock, Twickenham, Waltham Forest, Wandsworth, Walthamstow, Richmond, High Wycombe, Harrow, and Ealing.
Hammersmith & Fulham Council
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| Hammersmith & Fulham Council address | Town Hall, King Street, London, W6 9JU |
| Hammersmith & Fulham Council tel | 02087531081 |
| Hammersmith & Fulham Council website | www.lbhf.gov.uk |
| Hammersmith & Fulham Council planning email | planningportal@lbhf.gov.uk |
| Hammersmith & Fulham Council planning tel | 02087531081 |
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House Extensions in Hammersmith and Fulham FAQs
Most houses now have permitted development rights, meaning that planning permission is not required for many properties in Hammersmith and Fulham.
However, it’s always wise to double check what’s required for your property, since some dwellings – such as listed buildings – require planning permission.
The length of time it takes for us to complete a project depends on the specifics of your new house extension.
If your house extension is relatively small, you could expect the project to be finished in a couple of months, but more extensive projects could take up to a year to complete.
Houses in Hammersmith and Fulham are suitable for a wide range of different extensions. Contact us today, and we can assess whether your ideal type of extension will suit your property.