When considering your single storey extension ideas, budget is always the main consideration. There are several ways of minimising the cost of a single-storey extension but that extension is going to be well worthwhile.
A single-storey extension will help maximise the value of your house which you will recoup when you sell.
How we work and how we live is changing due to the pandemic. Working from home, home-schooling, furlough leave and simply spending more time at home means extra space is even more important.
An extension can come in many forms and be done for a reasonable budget. Extensions for your home mean extra space for an office, a schoolroom or a place of quiet or even somewhere to keep fit.
So, here’s some ideas for making the most of your budget:
Garage Conversion
Converting your garage is one of the best ways to stretch your budget. It’s the easiest way to add new space to your home. Simply because the structure of the room is already present. The majority of your budget will be going to improve the room, rather than construct a new one. Many garage conversions can be completed on a budget as small as £5,000 – £8,000.
£10,000 to £15,000
Cost Consideration
The major costs to consider will be the removal of the garage doors and adding in windows in their place. Because you’ll be adding and removing doors / windows, UK law states you must secure building regulations approval. Which can be costly and time hungry but we’ll give you the best advice and make the process as quick as possible.
Single Storey Extension Ideas include:
- A garden room, with full width retractable glass
- Extra bedroom or bathroom or living area
- Recreational room
- Kitchen extension
- Home office
- Home gym
- Utility room
Price Range £10,000 – £15,000
Material Choice
Conservatories are traditionally built from these materials:
- uPVC
- Timber
- Aluminium
uPVC is the cheapest option, and therefore it is a popular choice for many UK homeowners, as moulding it into the correct shape takes little craftsmanship or time.
Timber can also be quite cost effective, but will require craftsmanship to shape, so more complex structures will push those prices up.
Finally, the most expensive material is aluminium, especially if you’re going for a bespoke frame. However, there are many benefits to aluminium, so the price might prove worth it in the long run.
Garage Conversion
Converting your garage is one of the best ways to stretch your budget. It’s the easiest way to add new space to your home. Simply because the structure of the room is already present. The majority of your budget will be going to improve the room, rather than construct a new one. Many garage conversions can be completed on a budget as small as £1o,000 – £15,000.
The Lockdown Era
Lockdown has brought many challenges for all of us because we have been confined to our homes. Our work culture has changed with many businesses allowing employees to work from home permanently or for prolonged periods.
Having extra space is something we will need even more, even if it is to get away from one another for a bit of peace and quiet! Extra space can be turned into a variety of uses, somewhere to work out with The Body Coach, a place for children and teens to take school lessons or for us to have a video meeting.
Cost Consideration
The major costs to consider will be the removal of the garage doors and adding in windows in their place. Because you’ll be adding and removing doors / windows, UK law states you must secure building regulations approval. Which can be costly and time hungry but we’ll give you the best advice and make the process as quick as possible.
Garden Rooms
If you have the excess garden space, and want to create your own private oasis, then a garden room is an excellent single storey extension idea.
Modular Structure
Unless all you wanted was a fancy shed, a stylish garden room could be cutting it fine with your budget. But, with the rise of modular structures, this has all changed as costs are much reduced.
Whether you want a rustic cabin, or a trendy adapted shipping container, prices for a modular builds can start from £4,000.
Like conservatories, these modular structures are mainly created off-site, so the construction costs are noticeably reduced. There’s also a large range of pre-designed packages, which means you avoid the costs related with a bespoke design too.
The build of a modular garden room can be completed within 3-5 days.
Single Storey Extension Ideas – Concept to Elegant Completion
Home Extension Designs was founded in 1988 and provides planning drawings for loft or garage conversions plus single and two storey extensions, internal alterations and new builds.
We offer FREE on-site visits and FREE quotations. We cover Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Essex and London.
We’re also familiar with the latest government planning requirements and familiar with many local planning departments.
Call us for a friendly chat to get the most out of your single storey extension ideas.
You’re in safe hands.
and the HED Team
