Single Storey Extensions

Probably one of the most popular types of extension undertaken. As the name suggests they are built on the ground floor and are single storey. They are usually located on the back or side of the property and, becoming more popular is a combination of usually referred to as a wraparound extension.

Single storey extensions are used for all purposes and they are usually built to meet the needs of the householder. Usual reasons for a single storey extension is to give additional room in the kitchen and dining room, study room, bedroom to name but a few.

Usually the extension was built as a necessity with flat ceiling constructions keeping the building costs to a minimum. Nowadays a lot more thought goes into the design and they are design with aesthetics in mind and “Vaulted ceilings” are very popular. A vaulted ceiling line follows the line of the roof rafters giving a more open aspect to the room and usually accompanied by “Roof Lights” and design lighting.

A extension now is not only for nesseccity but to add an entertaining room to the home as so many more people use their homes to entertain guests in than ever before.