The owners had already secured planning permission for a single storey rear extension, but felt the approved design was a missed opportunity – modest in scale and not really in keeping with the character of the house.
The two existing rear rooms sat at different levels, which made the back of the house feel disjointed and difficult to use well. The family wanted a design that resolved this properly, while creating a bright, sociable space for cooking, eating and spending time together.
Just as important was the garden. They wanted the new space to open out onto it properly, rather than treating it as something to be glimpsed through a small window.
We redesigned the approved scheme around an angled kitchen extension, creating more space while keeping its impact on neighbouring windows to a minimum. Its distinctive shape opens up views of the garden and gives the new kitchen and dining area a character of its own.
Tall, dark-framed glazing wraps around the corner, connecting the room with the terrace beyond. Where the extension meets the original rear wall, a continuous strip of roof glazing brings daylight deeper into the house.
Inside, a bespoke staircase incorporating a bookcase connects the two existing floor levels. With space alongside for records and a piano, it turns a practical change in level into a useful and personal part of the room.
Our client was kind enough to share their experiences.
“I have now employed Reigate Architects on two projects and on both occasions Simon provided a wide variety of potential designs for discussion- some of which were highly thought-provoking and innovative. Simon is not only creative but also practical and pragmatic- therefore his final designs have delivered attractive and clever designs within practical and affordable constraints.
We continue to work with Reigate Architects and are happy to recommend them.”
Based in Reigate, we work with homeowners across Surrey and the surrounding areas, designing home extensions, loft conversions, renovations and alterations that respond to their individual needs.
If you are thinking about extending, renovating or making changes to your home, an initial consultation without-obligation is a good place to start.
We will take the time to visit your property, listen to your ideas and understand what you would like to achieve. Together, we can explore what might be possible and discuss any practical or planning considerations.
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