Design-Led Extensions with a Bit More Thought

We’ve worked with homeowners around Dorridge, Knowle and Edgbaston who didn’t just want extra space — they wanted a place that felt right. Not overdone. Not boxy. Just clean, well-considered design that adds real value to how they live in the house.

That might be a rear extension with sharper lines, a vaulted ceiling to bring in more air and height, or a bit of contrast with timber, aluminium or render against the original brick. It depends on the house — and the street. In places like Edgbaston, we’re often working within conservation rules, so we spend more time upfront thinking about form and materials before we put anything in front of the planners.

We also design with the build in mind. If we know a flat roof needs to hit a certain U-value for building control, we detail the layers properly. If a rooflight affects the fall of the drainage, we flag it early. All the small bits that stop things going sideways later.

• Modern designs that still feel grounded in the setting

• Thoughtful glazing placement for light and privacy

• Material combinations that work visually — and meet regs

• Drawings tailored to Solihull and Birmingham planning constraints

Featured Project: A contemporary garden-facing extension in Edgbaston, designed to stay understated from the street — but open and full of light at the back, with full-width doors and a simple natural palette.