Did you know building an extension was the top job homeowners spent the most money on in 2021?
You may be tempted to invest in ways to maximise your space and with homeowners spending on average £19,111 for their dream house extension, we can understand why. Whether you’re tight on space, trying to accommodate your working from home routine or simply tired of your home’s décor, a house extension is the best option for you. Thinking of joining the house extension trend? Find out our top extension ideas to ensure your home evolves with your changing lifestyle.
Popular extension trends in 2022
Our priorities continue to change as home bars and gyms took centre stage than always popular staples like new kitchens and windows.
Unsure which extension is right for you? Find out the top types of extensions and why you should opt for them.
New bedrooms and ensuite bathrooms
Thinking of a lucrative way to increase your home’s value? Maximise the space in your home by investing in new bedrooms and ensuite bathrooms.
Creating a home bar
After the last two years, it’s not surprising that homeowners are opting to include home bar designs in their extension planning. Creating a home bar came in 6th on the priority list when it came to the number of budget homeowners are setting aside, at just under £14,000.
Creating a new kitchen
A new kitchen design is perfect for flexible family living and socialising with friends. Kitchen planning can transform your space and drastically increase the value of your home by £13,877, a figure that is only set to increase.
Creating a home gym
With homeowners spending on average £12,830 for a home gym, it might be time for you to join the trend. Optimising functionality is one of the most popular reasons in recent years for homeowners to extend their homes. Whether it’s a drastic change or a small home gym, home gym ideas are endless.
What type of home extension should you consider?
Does an extension add value to your home? In short, yes!
Not only are you adding space and creating better areas for socialising and entertaining, but you also can choose from a variety of types.
Rear extension
Extending from the rear of your home into garden space, utilises the dead space around your home and usually does not require planning permission. As well as being great for a kitchen expansion, you can opt for a playroom or gym.
Side return extension
A side return extension uses the space that runs alongside your property immediately adding more floor space to your home. Whether it’s space for a utility room or downstairs bathroom, make your downstairs multifunctional.
Wrap around extension
A hybrid of side and rear extensions not only adds extra width to your home but modernises your home for open plan living. Enjoy large windows with lots of light by revolutionising your downstairs floor space.
Double or multi-storey extension
Extending your home on two floors can give you twice the space of any other type of extension. Whether it’s extra bedrooms for your growing family, ensuite bathrooms, or space for a home office, a multi-storey extension upgrades the functionality of your home.
Dormer extension
A roofer dormer practically and efficiently uses the space in your existing roofline. A dormer extension provides immediate natural light and is the perfect option for creating a playroom or family living space.
Basement or cellar extension
A fantastic way to expand your living space and create the perfect entertainment space for a home cinema, games room, or workshop. Basement extensions are the ideal project to make the most out of unused space.
Outbuilding, conservatory or orangery
Focused on function? Extra space and large well-designed outbuildings allow you to make the most of your garden space acting as the perfect summer evening entertaining space.
