Architect vs Interior Designer

Posted on July 11, 2017 by Extension Architecture in Building Regulations Ideas

What’s the difference between an architect and an interior designer? Do I need to hire both? If you’re thinking of building an extension, you might well be asking what is the difference between an Interior Designer and an Architect and whether or not you can combine the two or if you need to hire both. Just imagine, for a second, that you have decided to take the plunge and extend your kitchen in Harrow, expand your living-room in Merton, convert your loft in Sutton, or even add an extra bedroom in Barnet. You ...

Change of Use-a Basic Guide

Posted on July 06, 2017 by Extension Architecture in Change Of Use

Converting To flats in LondonWhether you are starting a new business, expanding your business into new premises or converting to flats in London, Extension Architecture’s basic guide to Change of Use will tell you what you need to consider. We are experts in applying for planning permission from London borough councils. We can guide you through building regulations and design beautiful, bespoke spaces to allow your business to flourish. Get in touch with us if you want more info. Otherwise, read on for the low down on ...

America’s Gift to the World: The History and Future of Skyscrapers in London

Posted on July 04, 2017 by Extension Architecture in Blog

To mark American Independence Day, we will have a look at the history and the future of skyscrapers in London. As London based architects, we at Extension Architecture are always keeping an eye on the skyline for inspiration and to fuel our love of architecture. July 4th is American Independence Day-a national celebration to mark the adoption of the Declaration of Independence in the 13 states that rejected British rule and became the good ol’ US of A. Yet despite this rejection, British and American cultures h ...

Fire Regulations Following Grenfell Tower: What Must Change?

Posted on June 29, 2017 by Extension Architecture in Building Regulations Ideas

Fire Regulations Following Grenfell TowerThe events of the last few weeks have shocked all of us, both in London and around the world. The Grenfell Tower fire disaster was a horrific event resulting in unimaginable loss for families across the world, whose friends and family were living in the flats. Tragically, their grief is possibly made all the worse by the fact that this terrible event was utterly avoidable. Along with the rest of the country, Extension Architecture extend our heartfelt love and sympathy to anyone who ...

Double Storey Rear Extension in Banstead, London

Posted on June 29, 2017 by Extension Architecture in Double Storey Extension Ideas in 3D Visualisation, Case-Studies, Double Storey Extension, Single Storey Extension, Sutton

Date: October 2016 Location: Banstead Project Type:Double storey rear exension, Single storey side exension, Loft conversion Double Storey Rear Extension in Banstead, London London architects; Extension architecture were instructed to design a Double Storey Extension to a detached house in Banstead. Our team created a rear extension to enlarge the dining / kitchen area, a new utility room with skylight, larger windows and bi-folding doors to maximise natural daylight. The team also enlarged the bed ...

Double Storey Rear Extension in Islington, London

Posted on June 29, 2017 by Extension Architecture in Double Storey Extension Ideas in Case-Studies, Double Storey Extension, Islington, Rear Extension

Date:2017Borough: IslingtonProject Type:Double storey exension Double Storey Rear Extension in Islington, London Additional storey above an existing extension, creating a double storey rear extension in Islington Brief Double Storey Rear Extension in Islington: this project was for an additional Storey at the rear on an existing terrace, extending the living space, with internal configurations within a four-storey property. Much of Islington is made up of conservation areas, so there needed ...

Understanding Planning Permission

Posted on June 27, 2017 by Extension Architecture in Planning Permission Ideas

If you are planning on building an extension on your home an important question to ask yourself is whether or not you need planning permission or if your extension designs come under Permitted Development rights.In this blog, we examine the history of planning permission, when you might need it and when you might not. Extension Architecture are experienced at submitting planning applications to London borough councils including Hounslow, Westminster, Bexley, and Sutton and have an almost 100% success rate. Why do I need Pla ...