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Greenwich, London is an exciting, upscale area that boasts of a diverse culture ranging from historical tourist attractions to trendy local hangouts. Residents of Greenwich are naturally less inclined to leave this appealing neighbourhood when in need of more space and instead opt to expand their existing homes into stylish, spacious houses via home extensions.

Good Design and Build are the ideal home extension professionals who specialise in designing and building high quality extensions, with bespoke designs that are perfectly suited to the beautiful architecture of Greenwich. With an experienced team comprising of specialists that cater to every aspect of a house extension project, Good Design and Build make expanding your property an effortless venture.

House extensions can be designed based on the available area, the space requirements, and the budget. The architects at Good Design and Build create bespoke designs for extensions that suit individualised needs.

Most house extension designs in Greenwich originate from:

Rear Extensions: Rear extensions utilise the area at the rear of a property. Rear extensions are popular with homeowners as they produce numerous possibilities for expanding the living area from creating additional rooms to improving the kitchen space and design.

Side Extensions: As the name implies, side extensions are developed along the side of a property. These types of extensions are useful in creating larger, brighter living areas, particularly when designing open floor plans.

Side Return Extensions: Side return extensions are a cost-effective extension style that utilise the typically unused space between houses without taking up too much of the garden space. They help optimise the indoor-outdoor connection of a home creating bright, open areas.

Multi-storey Extensions: Multi-storey extensions essentially double the square footage of an extension without adding to the cost, as the roofing and excavation costs remain the same as that of a single-storey extension.

With a multitude of extension styles and designs to choose from, homeowners in Greenwich can be sure to find the design that caters to their requirements.

The short answer is Yes.

Though there are exceptions for minor renovations and extensions of limited sizes, planning permission and building regulations approval is usually a requisite for house extensions in Greenwich. The fee involved and the time taken for approval to be granted, is largely dependent on the complexity of the extension.

Fortunately, the team at Good Design and Build, oversee the entire process. The application, surveys, designs, coordination with the local council, and securing the planning permission. This ensures that every stage meets the planning guidelines and specifications.

Given the rich and diverse architectural portfolio in Greenwich, the house extension chosen must not only add space and value to the property, but also seamlessly integrate with the structure. Some of the more popular types of extensions suited to the neighbourhoods of Greenwich include:

Loft Conversions: Loft conversions create unique living spaces while optimising the area available. These are perfect for growing families and can be designed to client specifications. Though seemingly daunting to undertake, loft conversions offer a variety of opportunities to create open, airy rooms and living spaces.

Kitchen Extensions: Kitchen extensions add immense value to a home and can be designed and expanded to create modern, open spaces perfect for entertaining or for intimate family dinners.

Refurbishments: Without undergoing the process of an extension or conversion, the property can still be transformed to meet the standards of a modern homeowner. Innovative design and remodelling of the original space can help create more open areas that maximise the potential of a home.

There are several factors that need to be considered when estimating the cost of a home extension, including:

  • The size of the extension
  • The complexity of the extension
  • The location
  • Groundwork
  • Building materials
  • Fittings and Fixtures
  • Specialists’ fees, etc.

As a result, home extension projects in Greenwich can range from £35,000 to £140,000. Naturally, the final budget would depend upon the client’s requirements and would be catered to their specifications.

Good Design and Build provide free consultations and free quotes for proposed extension projects. That’s not all. The team ensures complete cost transparency throughout the build, and provides flexible payment plans to clients, thereby safeguarding their interests.

Greenwich is a rare gem that has modern amenities intricately intertwined with rich history. As such, house extensions in Greenwich must aim to emulate the integrity of its surroundings.

Good Design and Build specialise in creating bespoke designs to upgrade and expand beautiful Victorian architecture giving modern conveniences to historic structures. Our team boasts of years of experience in producing high quality extensions that are backed by warranties.

With a range of experts that oversee every aspect of the extension process, we undertake complete project management from the design to the build, to the completion and handover. Our unmatched standards will unvaryingly produce excellent extensions that prove to be valuable investments.

If you are looking for the ultimate house extension specialist in South-East London, contact the team at Good Design and Build. We will design and create innovative house extensions that add space and value to your property while efficiently managing the entire process. Leaving you to enjoy the new addition to your home without the stress of the build.

Don't move. Extend in style

We can save you the hassle that comes with moving not to mention the heavy stamp duty! Adding an extra loft bedroom or enlarging the living kitchen dining space on ground floor is an economical way of transforming your home to suit growing needs. The projects can range from £40-100K depending on your requirements and can be completed within 8-16 weeks.

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How we deliver projects

Our process is simple and divided into two distinct phases with separate contracts: Design and Build. As a client you only commit to one phase at a time depending on what stage of the process you are in. Each phase consists of three stages as described below.

1. Design

This is the kick-off point for your project. We carry out a complete architectural measured survey of the property. This allows us to create accurate CAD design drawings. This is followed by a design meeting to start discussing your ideas in more detail.

2. Planning

At this stage we finalise the designs with you and start preparing planning applications as needed. We place a high priority on ensuring that plans, designs and schedules are all based on a thorough and detailed understanding of planning guidelines. We co-ordinate with local authorities until the decision is made, and the planning approval is secured.

3. Technical

Once the planning consent is secured, we translate the design drawings into more detailed technical drawings for the purposes of building control and construction. This also includes specifications and structural calculations. At this stage, we will also submit to you our ‘no obligation’ quote for the build phase.

4. Pre-build

90% of our clients decide to stick with us after the design phase is completed. Once the build contract is signed, we kick off the process by making sure all the pre-build processes are complete. These include assistance with party wall agreements, Thames Water build over agreement, submitting building control application, and preparing method statements etc as needed. This stage ends with a pre-start meeting with your foreman before the actual build begins.

5. Build

One of our foremen will be dedicated to your project and will be on-site to manage everyday works. Our project managers will be overseeing the works to make sure they are completed to high standards, within your budget and on time. Throughout the process we will keep you updated with the progress and coordinate the works with third parties such as kitchen or flooring suppliers. We will also advise and guide you to choose any suppliers if needed.

6. Handover

As the build draws to finish, we will help to iron out any ‘snags’ to make sure everything is completed to your satisfaction. We will put together all necessary certificates such as gas, electricity and building control completion along with warranties for glazing, boiler etc. At the final completion meeting, we will hand you these documents, together with the keys to your house. Needless to say, you can contact us any time after this, if you want us to look at something.

This is the kick-off point for your project. We carry out a complete architectural measured survey of the property. This allows us to create accurate CAD design drawings. This is followed by a design meeting to start discussing your ideas in more detail.

At this stage we finalise the designs with you and start preparing planning applications as needed. We place a high priority on ensuring that plans, designs and schedules are all based on a thorough and detailed understanding of planning guidelines. We co-ordinate with local authorities until the decision is made, and the planning approval is secured.

Once the planning consent is secured, we translate the design drawings into more detailed technical drawings for the purposes of building control and construction. This also includes specifications and structural calculations. At this stage, we will also submit to you our ‘no obligation’ quote for the build phase.

90% of our clients decide to stick with us after the design phase is completed. Once the build contract is signed, we kick off the process by making sure all the pre-build processes are complete. These include assistance with party wall agreements, Thames Water build over agreement, submitting building control application, and preparing method statements etc as needed. This stage ends with a pre-start meeting with your foreman before the actual build begins.

One of our foremen will be dedicated to your project and will be on-site to manage everyday works. Our project managers will be overseeing the works to make sure they are completed to high standards, within your budget and on time. Throughout the process we will keep you updated with the progress and coordinate the works with third parties such as kitchen or flooring suppliers. We will also advise and guide you to choose any suppliers if needed.

As the build draws to finish, we will help to iron out any ‘snags’ to make sure everything is completed to your satisfaction. We will put together all necessary certificates such as gas, electricity and building control completion along with warranties for glazing, boiler etc. At the final completion meeting, we will hand you these documents, together with the keys to your house. Needless to say, you can contact us any time after this, if you want us to look at something.

Featured Projects

Interior View - Sellons Ave Project

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Fulham

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This project was completed in 2023 and the approximate budget was £101,000.

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Lambeth

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We completed this stunning project for our client Angus in Lambeth.

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Teddington

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We completed this exciting project for our clients on Station Road, a quaint residential area in the heart of Teddington.

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Leyton

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We completed this kitchen extension on Windsor Road, a charming residential street nestled in the heart of Leyton.

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