House Extensions in Barking and Dagenham

Divi Design – the home extension specialists for Barking and Dagenham

House extensions in Barking and Dagenham are attractive options for good reason. You can enlarge and revitalise your home without the expense and upheaval of moving. Additionally, a house extension will add value when you come to sell, so it’s double the investment.

At Divi Design we’re Architectural Designers and Planning Specialists. We know Barking and Dagenham well; we have extensive experience of designing and project managing home extensions in this part of Greater London. We’re also experts when it comes to understanding how local Planning regulations are interpreted – we have an excellent success rate with the Planning applications we submit for our clients.

What is the cost of a house extension in Barking and Dagenham?

Barking and Dagenham house extension costs can vary considerably. The type of extension you wish to build, and the complexity or simplicity of individual details all play their part.  We can advise on the most suitable options. Ground floor extensions and rear extensions are some of the most common, but you might also go for a side extension, an L-shaped extension (sometimes called a wrap-around extension), a side return extension  or a two-storey extension. 

The size of your house (and thus the potential size of extension), windows and doors,  the type of roofing – all these affect the price, as does the interior fitting out and decorating.  Of course, house extensions don’t need to be large; even a modest extension can transform the size and versatility of your home.

Every project is different. That said, you can expect costs to come out between £3500-£5000 per square metre. For an extension measuring 2.5m x 4m (approximately 8ft x 13ft), this means a price from about £35,000 to £40,000. 

House extension projects do have elements in common.  Costs cover more than the price of construction work, so you should also budget for  

• architectural designs and specifications
• possibly, advice from 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.

Getting the best from a house extension in Barking and Dagenham

To ensure we always have your interests at heart, we listen carefully to what you need. We’ll walk you through the steps of designing and building a house extension. We’ll work with you from your initial ideas to the final Building Regulations inspection, including making a Planning Application or getting confirmation that your project comes within Permitted Development Rights. 

We focus on clarity and elegance – but we’re not afraid of tackling complex challenges when they crop up. Once you’ve got in touch, we’ll explain the processes required for a successful house extension. In outline, the journey includes

• a site visit (FREE) to understand your requirements

• a feasibility study with 
  • recommendations for the most suitable form of house extension 
  • advice on Planning Permission, or if you’ll qualify for Permitted Development
  • Initial drawings 
  • Design ideas including a choice of materials to suit your budget
• Detailed plans, drawings and  specifications
• help selecting a suitable building contractor, if needed

If Planning Permission is required we’ll prepare and make the application for you. And, because of our local knowledge, you’ll have maximum chance of success. If required, we provide a project management service, so we’ll have oversight of the whole undertaking, reporting back to you at each stage.

Divi Design – the best choice for house extensions in Barking and Dagenham

Our practice combines architectural design, Planning, and a project management service – all built on excellent local knowledge, with a good professional relationship with the local Planning department. With these combined strengths, we are more than suited to help you achieve your target – a house extension that brings the space you need in a style that suits you, your family and your home.

We do house extensions all over London. Areas include (but are 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.

Barking & Dagenham Council Contact Details

Barking & Dagenham Council address	Barking Town Hall, Town Hall Square, Barking IG11 7LU
Barking & Dagenham Council tel	020 8215 3000
Barking & Dagenham Council website	www.lbbd.gov.uk
Barking & Dagenham Council planning email	planning@lbbd.gov.uk
Barking & Dagenham Council planning tel	0208 227 3849