Our clients recently moved into the property and whilst the house mostly worked for them, they wanted to have an additional space to create a suitable entertaining space which can be also used a general dining area.

Their ambition was to extend to the rear of the property. Initially, it was discussed making use of the existing openings as the link to the house which will have a small benefit to the house.

One of the key considerations was light. They didn’t want the new extension to block off any light into the existing property.

A few other design considerations also included a feature fireplace, full height glazing, a fully openable corner, integrated joinery, hidden guttering and underfloor heating.

They also wished to have a high quality finish which would  compliment the existing house, and wanted to explore a contemporary external finish.

The extension came out over 5m, with a new wildflower sedum roof also laid over the new extension. There are two large rooflights over the external covered seating area, with another smaller stripped rooflight over the new internal dining area. 

Contractor: Artifex Homes

Garden Designer: Acacia Gardens