Where to Start When Planning a Home Extension

Is a Home Extension Right for You?

If you believe that your home would benefit from a little more space, but don’t want to make the big move, a home extension could be the best solution.

Perhaps you’re not ready to upsize, or you’d simply like to create an area with more space for relaxation – whatever your reasons, a home extension can have a number of benefits, but it is essential to have a solid plan in place to make sure you will be making the most of your new renovation.

At Brightman Clarke Architects in Sheffield and Chesterfield, we have many years of experience when it comes to designing gorgeous, contemporary home extensions that not only add aesthetic appeal to your property but is super functional to suit a range of purposes.

If you are considering an extension for your home but don’t know where to begin with planning, we have compiled a list of tips for good starting points, allowing you to feel confident when it comes to making these big but exciting changes to your home.

List The Pros

What do you want your home extension to achieve? Why do you require more space? How will an extension make your life better? There are many questions to ask when it comes to your extension planning.

If you have any specific requirements and unique purposes that you would use this extra space for, be sure to make note of them and let your architect know of them before the design process begins.

At Brightman Clarke Architects, we work extremely closely with all of our clients to ensure we design an extension that will improve their at-home lifestyle.

Map Out Your Proposed Extension

Where would you like your extension to go? Will it connect well to the rest of your home? Which room will you access it from?

Once you have listed what you’d like your new home extension to achieve, think about how it will be accessed, what room are you planning to extend? It is likely that you will need to gain planning permission, but our Sheffield and Chesterfield architects will be able to shed light on this.

Set A Realistic Budget

Do your research! Have a figure in mind when browsing for inspiration. Have a look at aesthetics you’d like to achieve, and work out whether your initial budget will cover the home extension you’re hoping to create.

There are many magazines and lots of information readily available, so ensure you do the essential research when it comes to figuring out your project’s finances. Feel free to browse our past house extension projects and ask about our prices, to give you an idea.

Find A Reputable Architect

At Brightman Clarke Architects, we are proud to be award-winning architects based in Sheffield and Chesterfield, providing home extensions and other services across the surrounding areas.

We are passionate when it comes to creating beautiful but functional home extensions, working with each individual client to create a space that suits their needs and will improve their lifestyle.

With a particular love for contemporary design, we are dedicated to developing solutions to modernise your property, providing you with more space, and increasing your home’s value if you are looking to sell soon.

To find out more about our home extension design process, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the team today.

Start Designing Your Home Extension With Brightman Clarke Architects

If you’re ready for us to begin your home extension design process, give our Sheffield studio a call on 0114  2361366, or 01246  383707 for our Chesterfield studio.

Alternatively, please use our online contact form to begin discussing your work plans with our award-winning architects.