Lewisham SE13
Rear kitchen extension
Project description | Lewisham SE13 rear kitchen extension
Rear storey extension, garage conversion and internal alterations to a single family dwelling
Architectural services
Initial home consultation, measured survey and production of existing set of drawings, planning stage design and submission, Building Regulations design and submission, obtaining local authority approvals and redesign of kitchen area.
Project summary
Single storey rear kitchen extension that mirrored the adjacent existing extension along the boundary line. We aimed to create an enlarged kitchen, dining and living area that opened up to the rear garden through full height aluminium framed double glazed sliding folding doors, corner glazing, and additional rooflight glazing to bring natural light deeper in the kitchen and dining spaces. As part of our proposals we also converted the existing garage to create a new guest bedroom. Refurbishment and internal first floor alterations.
Design matters
70s retro + contemporary feel, fresh, clean, light and in dialogue with the character of the existing property in terms of scale, materials and textures. Rear extension that opens up to the rear garden in a non-linear way and in a way that allows the landscaping to become part of the internal kitchen and dining areas.
Flooring: Coloured rubber flooring. Key advantages – cost effective, warm and soft underfoot, long-lasting, easy to clean as it does not require special cleaning, also consider this type of flooring if you are an allergy sufferer, since it is very hygienic.
Budget and project costs
In the region of £100K to include construction and design, approval costs. At the moment costs are much higher due to shortages of labour and materials still. For a project of this type you should typically be budgeting the following as minimum to include supply and installation of standard glazing, standard white electrical fittings. Extensions (approx): £2,500 per sqm. Loft conversion (approx): £1,750 per sqm. Refurbishments (approx): £700 per sqm. Paving (includes supply of sub base and concrete slab, prep works and installation of client supplied pavers) approx : £115 per sqm.
Bits and pieces
Project type | Rear kitchen extension to a single family dwelling
Client | Private
Location | Elverson Road, Lewisham SE13
Currently | Completed in 2018
Kitchen design, fitting and supply | Kitchen Co-ordination
Interior design | By the homeowners.
Landscape design | Catherine Clancy at www.catherineclancy.com
Structural engineers | Axiom Structures at www.axiom-structures.co.uk
Contractor | Belmont Building Company.
For related extension and renovation guidance across the wider region, see GOAStudio’s South London residential architect advice.
This project was published in Build It magazine in February 2023, Kitchen Diner Extension Ideas by Lucy Keech.
“Want to add extra space and value to your home? A multifunctional extension could be the best way to do it, says Lucy Keech.
The main advantage of a kitchen-diner extension is to maximise the space, whether that’s for day-to-day living or for a multi-purpose area for entertaining and enjoying family time. It will encourage a better connection between the interior and the exterior too. What’s more, it will add value to your home – atypical kitchen-diner can boost sale price by up to 10%.” Read more…
For the wider process behind a project like this, see GOAStudio’s kitchen extension design and architectural service.
Planning a similar project? See our Lewisham residential architects page for advice on rear extensions, kitchen / dining spaces and planning considerations in the borough.
For inspiration and ideas see below some of our other residential projects in Lewisham.
For similar projects to this Lewisham SE13 rear kitchen extension see the following residential design guides.
HOME DESIGN – Find ideas for your project.
- Side extensions London residential guide
- Rear extensions London residential guide
- Kitchen extensions London residential guide
- Roof extensions London residential guide
- Residential renovations London guide
- Mansard roof extensions London residential guide
- Contemporary extensions London residential guide
- Flat extensions London residential guide
- Garden flat extensions London residential guide
- House extensions London residential guide
ARCHITECTURAL PLANS
We have prepared a guide on the type of Architectural plans you will need for your home project, and a guide specifically for Terraced house extension plans with advice on detached and semi-detached properties.
BOROUGH SPECIFIC ARCHITECT AND PLANNING GUIDES FOR YOUR HOME PROJECT
Your local Council will have in place design and planning requirements for your home project and you will need to obtain planning approval for a wide range of extensions and alterations to your property.
When you get in touch we will offer you detailed advice about what is likely that your Council will approve and in the meantime we have prepared the following architectural and planning guides that include extracts of the relevant planning policy and examples of our projects in our Borough.
Barnet architects | Planning and design homeowner guide, Camden residential architect and planning guide, Enfield residential architect and planning guide, Hackney residential architect and planning guide, Hammersmith Fulham residential architect and planning guide, Haringey architects | Planning and design homeowner guide and planning guide, Islington residential architect and planning guide, Kensington and Chelsea Conservation architects, residential and planning guide, Lambeth residential architect and planning guide, Lewisham residential architect and planning guide, Newham residential architect and planning guide, Tower Hamlets residential architect and planning guide, Waltham Forest residential architect and planning guide, Wandsworth residential architect and planning guide, Westminster residential architect and planning guide
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"Should we renovate, extend… or walk away?
15 Questions every London homeowner must ask before starting a project to include homes in Conservation Areas and Listed Buildings."
Whether you're planning a modest rear extension or major alterations to a listed home, it will help you avoid expensive mistakes and give you clarity on what’s possible for your property. Includes guidance on:
Planning approvals. Conservation areas.
Timelines and costs. Appointments you need to make.
Design and sustainability options.
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