Bungalow Extension for Your Home
Bungalow Extension
If you live in a bungalow home, you may be wondering if there is any way of adding more space to your property. And there is! Many people use home extensions to provide their bungalow home with the extra space they need. With many different types of extensions suitable for bungalows, there are multiple avenues to explore if you want to enlarge your bungalow, such as affordable options and interesting ideas to elevate the appeal of your single-storey home.
Cost to Put an Extension on a Bungalow
If you would like to add an extension to your bungalow, it could cost anywhere from £40,000-£150,000. Another way of looking at it would be to expect a price range of £1,800-£3,000 per m2. The actual price you would pay for your bungalow extension would depend on several factors, such as complexity and size.
Main factors influencing cost:
- Size and Type of Extension: Both the extension’s size and complexity are big factors that will affect the cost of your bungalow extension. The bigger and more elaborate the extension – the higher the price tag. For example, a simple single-storey side extension will cost less than a wraparound extension.
- Materials Used: The materials used will greatly impact the cost. For example, a traditional brick extension will likely cost more than a timber frame extension, and the use of premium materials will add to the overall expense.
- Finishing Touches: As well as the structure itself adds to the cost, as will the interior finishings, such as your choice of flooring, lighting and heating.
- Additional Costs: There are also a range of additional costs that you may need to consider, like the costs of permits, surveys, and architectural designs.
Despite the high upfront cost, house extensions are regarded as one of the most cost-effective home improvement methods, providing great value for money and a much cheaper alternative to moving to a bigger house. If affordability is important to you, it may be a good idea to focus on a simpler design and the use of basic materials. It’s also important to remember that a bungalow extension is a long-term investment as it will add value to your property if you ever come to sell.
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Side and Rear Bungalow Extensions
Side Bungalow Extensions
If your bungalow property is on the narrow side, you may be considering adding more lateral space with a home extension. A side extension could be ideal. If you have space at the side of your bungalow – even if it is just a small amount – you could add a lovely side extension to your home. Used mainly for bungalows that just need a little added space, side extensions have been used to add additional rooms to a home’s floor plan, specifically smaller, useful rooms, such as storage rooms and utility areas. Alternatively, if you have the space to spare at the side of your property, you could build a slightly bigger extension and add a secondary living space.
Rear Bungalow Extensions
As bungalows often benefit from a large rear garden, a rear extension is the perfect opportunity to extend your bungalow. People typically extend their homes at the rear for several reasons. For example, with a rear extension, you can enlarge existing spaces in your home that are located at the back of your property, like the kitchen and dining areas. If you want to enjoy the outdoors more via your rear garden, a rear extension could also create a seamless connection between the indoors and outdoors with a new garden room or simply by using such features as full-width glazing and bi-fold doors. Rear extensions are also incredibly popular for adapting your bungalow to be more open-plan.
A Single-Storey Extension Bungalow for You?
Types of single-storey extensions suitable for a bungalow
- Rear Bungalow Extension: Bungalows often come with plenty of garden space as standard, which means that there is a great opportunity to use up some of that garden for more internal space with a rear extension. People often use this type of extension to enlarge existing rooms in their bungalow, such as the kitchen or lounge, or even use the space to add rooms they didn’t originally have the space for, like a dining room.
- Side Bungalow Extension: If you live in a detached or semi-detached bungalow, you could enlarge your home with a side extension. By building at the side of a property, you can take advantage of any unused space on your land to make a bigger, more accommodating home, and add additional rooms such as a utility or boot room.
- Wraparound Bungalow Extension: If you want to make your bungalow a lot more spacious and practical, you could combine both rear and side extensions to build a wraparound extension. Wrapping around the corner of a home, you’re able to create double the space with one addition.
Common Uses for a Bungalow Extension
With so many choosing to stay in a home they love rather than move, there are plenty of different ways an extension can be used for a bungalow home. One of the most common uses for a bungalow extension is to expand the kitchen area, creating one large and easy-to-manoeuvre kitchen or providing enough space to make a kitchen and dining area. Depending on the size of your extension, you may be able to add extra bedrooms to your floor plan or even a home office.
Design Flexibility
In terms of design, the best extensions are those that blend in naturally with the original bungalow home. As many bungalow homes are quite rustic and naturally charming, you can use similar materials and architectural features in your extension design to carry on this particular design style. It’s not just about aesthetics but also practicality, and when you work with an expert construction company, you can create a beautiful addition to your home that matches your personal lifestyle and daily routines.
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TECHNICAL CONSIDERATIONS FOR BUNGALOW EXTENSIONS
As a more unique property type, there are a few technical considerations to keep in mind when it comes to bungalow extensions. Firstly, as a typically smaller property usually consisting of just one floor, you must ensure the bungalow’s foundations can handle the addition of an extension. Keeping in mind the property’s single-storey layout, it’s important to think about design continuity, allowing you to maintain the bungalow aesthetic while enjoying the additional space.
By working with a construction company that can provide architects, builders and engineers, you can make certain that your new extension is practical – in terms of drainage, plumbing, insulation – and energy efficient, and, of course, looks incredible, blending in beautifully with the existing dwelling.
DO YOU NEED PLANNING PERMISSION TO EXTEND A BUNGALOW?
You may not need full planning permission for your bungalow extension. If your project can meet specific guidelines, you may be able to build your extension under permitted development rights. By understanding what is possible without planning permission, you can begin to plan your specific bungalow extension, factoring in whether or not planning permission will be required.
You can generally build a bungalow extension under permitted development if:
- The extension does not exceed 4m from the original rear wall for detached houses or 3m for other property types.
- The maximum height of the extension does not exceed 4m.
- The extension must not cover more than 50% of the total land around the original house.
When is Planning Permission Required?
You will need to apply for planning permission if:
- Your property is in a conservation area, national park, or is a listed building.
- The extension exceeds the permitted development size limits.
- The materials or design significantly alter the appearance of the home.
If you want to build a bungalow extension under permitted development rights, you should consult a professional local construction company who will be able to tell you the specific criteria and adjust your plans to avoid the need for full planning permission. If you choose to work with Bespoke Construction Group, we can work with the local authorities to ensure your bungalow extension is compliant, safe and legal.
Faq
CAN YOU INCREASE THE HEIGHT OF A BUNGALOW?
Yes, you can increase the height of a bungalow by adding a second storey on top of the original dwelling. This essentially creates a chalet bungalow – a bungalow home of more than one storey. This is extensive work and will require full planning permission. Alternatively, for more space, you could convert the loft into an additional living space or enlarge the home lengthways with a single-storey extension.
DO YOU NEED PLANNING PERMISSION TO EXTEND A BUNGALOW?
You may not need planning permission for your bungalow extension with permitted development rights. If you can meet specific criteria – such as not exceeding a maximum height for your extension – you can build without the need for full planning permission.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO BUILD YOUR OWN BUNGALOW UK?
Building your own bungalow could cost anywhere between £1,800-£3,000 per m2. However, you could end up paying a higher cost per m2 due to several factors, such as where you are located and the materials being used. Plus, you will also need to factor in the cost of land where your bungalow will be built.
WILL THE EXTENSION AFFECT MY PROPERTY VALUE?
A bungalow extension can increase the value of your property, with single-storey extensions typically adding 5-8% to a property’s overall value. That being said, if your bungalow extension is poorly built, this could negatively impact your property value.
DO YOU NEED INSURANCE FOR THE EXTENSION PROJECT?
If you have any major home improvement project planned, such as a renovation, conversion or extension, it’s highly recommended you seek the necessary insurance. If you plan to build with a credible and experienced construction company or home contractor, they will likely have their own insurance, covering your home for any potential damages or accidents. When searching for professionals to work with, you should make sure they have their own insurance, and for how much.
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