A Beginner’s Guide To Kitchen Extension Projects

Flexible to your needs, and specific attributes of your property, kitchen extension projects are a great way to enhance your home in 2023. Reliable ways in which you can improve your kitchen space are few and far between, with expensive upgrades and simple material changes often the extent to which homeowners are willing to go.

Did you know though, that extension projects can be surprisingly affordable, convenient and beneficial? Let the professionals at Integrated Designs & Associates take you through a beginner’s guide to kitchen extensions, providing the exact info you need to make an informed decision.



What An Extension Involves

A kitchen extension will generally involve expanding your existing space to create a larger practical area in which to prepare food, make use of utilities and complete everyday tasks. The architectural services in question will depend largely on the structure of your kitchen space - and of course, the excess room available outside of your home. Single-storey additions to the back of the house, or a side-return extension are among the most common, though a trustworthy consultant will be able to explain your options in an easily understandable and personalised manner.

Is It Right For Me?

Extensions won’t be right for everyone, and if you’re already happy with the space within your kitchen, adding to this sector of your house perhaps won’t be the most advisable solution. Ideally, kitchen extensions are best suited to those who want to expand the space available within their premises, often leading to a more open plan area once any work is complete. Appealing to prospective buyers if you’re hoping to put your property on the market, make the most of bespoke services from Integrated Designs & Associates.

The Genuine Benefits

Sometimes home extensions are utilised simply to provide more room, and we aren’t simply limited to repurposing a kitchen space. Having a dedicated space for your items can make the rest of your home more spacious and often much tidier, be it for books, equipment, hobby items or bits and bobs. It might have become possible or necessary for you to work from home, but a desk in the lounge or your bedroom space can act as an obstruction. An extended space can become a home office with little to no stress on your part.

Planning Permission And Additional Details

You won't need planning permission for a kitchen extension as long as it can be classed as a permitted development. If your house is in a conservation area or national park however, the amount of work you can do under these conditions is limited. As long as the proposed extension stands at a maximum height of four metres, and does not extend beyond the original rear wall of the house by more than six metres, you should be able to proceed hassle-free in most cases. Take a look at our past projects for an overview of what to expect.

Integrated Designs & Associates are certainly the organisation to choose if you’re looking for reliable domestic and commercial property design or installation services. Whether a homeowner looking to extend your property with a loft conversion or a large-scale and complex kitchen extension, we can assist you with your project - helping bring your vision to life. Contact the team for a quick domestic architecture quote, and plenty of additional information.