Double Storey Extension

Sometimes referred to as two storey extensions, a double storey extension is essentially when you add an extension to your current home and then add another floor onto that extension. If you have an existing single storey extension, we could add an additional floor over the existing one to make it a double storey.

What Are The Benefits of a Double Storey Extension?

There are many benefits to extending your current home, especially with two floors. Perhaps you want to add another bedroom or ensuite upstairs whilst creating a larger kitchen downstairs with more room for dining and socialising. A double storey extension can completely transform the look and feel of your home, not only from the inside but from the outside too.

If you have some unused space to the rear or side of your home, then an extension is a great option to utilise the most of your space. Whilst the design and build process can take some time, it’s much less stressful than moving house, particularly if you love everything else about your home. Home extensions help to make the most of your outdoor space, they significantly increase your property value, offer various room choices, creates additional space, and can be tailored to your unique needs. Our experienced team at Peninsula Group will not only provide a reputable service but will offer excellent design ideas and skills to create your dream extension.

Having the freedom to design a new part of your home which is completely suited to your needs is a huge advantage. When you buy a home, it’s very difficult to find one that ticks all of your boxes, there’s usually something missing that you wish you had. In this case, you love the location and everything else about the home, you just want more space or a different layout for example. In this case, designing your own double storey extension is a fantastic option to achieve a functionality and layout which is bespoke to you and your family. You can also choose materials, windows, and doors which are your style, making for a much more homely feel.

Adding Your Double Storey Extension

You have a few options as to where you can add your double storey extension depending on the size and layout of your existing home. Most people opt to extend out to the rear of their home as the garden is usually the most obvious land to use. Another option is to extend out to the side of your home if you don’t live in a terraced house. Adding a double storey extension to the side of your home will make your house much wider which means you can have a much larger kitchen/dining area or potentially add new bedrooms; either will make a huge difference to how you use your home.

Designing Your Extension

With so many design options and various aspects of your extension to decide on, it can feel quite overwhelming. This is where professional support from our team at Peninsula Group comes in very handy. We will discuss all of the options available to you and provide solutions to any potential challenges. Some people choose to integrate their double storey extension seamlessly into their home whilst others choose to purposefully contrast so that their extension really stands out.

An important feature to consider is light, most people prefer an open and airy space which fills with natural light. Where you place walls, windows, or doors can significantly impact the amount of light you’ll get in your double storey extension. If you’d really like to maximise on natural light, we’d suggest looking at full-length windows, roof lights, and internal glazed doors.

Considering the number of rooms and the purpose of these rooms before finalising your plans is essential to getting the right balance between your home and your double storey extension. If you were to add new bedrooms, it would make sense to balance this out with an additional bathroom whereas, if you were extending your kitchen to create an open plan layout, you may want to consider also adding a dining space or lounge area to accommodate extra space for entertaining.

Ensuring you get the right balance between indoor and outdoor living is also very important as this can have a big impact on how the space feels. Placing bi-fold doors or stone floors which continue into the home from the garden can connect the two areas. This is essential in maintaining the flow throughout the home, between new and old spaces.

You may also want to consider the exterior of your home as building a double storey extension gives you the opportunity to make any changes you’ve been thinking of such as replacing tiles or cladding. Making sure that your new and old roof tiles match can also create a much more seamless feel from the outside.

Do you feel ready to take the first step to creating your double storey extension in Liverpool or the Wirral? Then get in touch with us today on 0151 244 7473 or send us an email at [email protected].

Sources:

https://www.jvhbuildingservices.co.uk/latest-news/8-benefits-of-adding-an-extension-to-a-house