Extensions

Ian Black Architect has designed residential extensions of all shapes  & sizes  in urban, suburban & rural locations. Each design solution is unique  to each project based on client brief , budget & restrictions imposed by the site . However , common  to each extension is the aim of  not reducing the amount of  natural light  to the existing interior   with the addition of the extension . A well thought out Architect designed  extension can add  value to the property , in addition to resolving issues  such as lack of  usable space , and provision of additional accommodation .  Relationship to the garden , private open space  and neighbouring properties,  orientation , shelter  from wind, existing drainage , and rear garden access  are all issues that influence the final design solution . In many instances  ( but not all ) it is  better to spend money on a well designed extension  rather than uproot & buy another property. The most successful  extension projects are ones that are not a ‘pastiche ‘ version of the existing property, but  a contemporary style  extension that has its own architectural identity and is’ of its time ‘ expressed  in its form , materials etc.