Plan both levels as one
The position of stairs, bathrooms, bedrooms and new living space needs to work with the existing circulation and structure.
Double-storey extensions
Double-storey extensions in Sutton Coldfield
When the home needs more room upstairs and down, a two-storey extension can be a more coherent answer than treating each floor as a separate project.
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Resolve the roofline
Roof geometry, elevations and material junctions are especially visible on a two-storey addition. They deserve design attention from the outset.
Coordinate the complex work
Foundations, structural openings, scaffolding, weatherproofing and services require a considered sequence and clear responsibilities.
Tell us what both floors need to achieve and where you are with drawings or planning.
Project decisions
Build a complete home, not just two extra rooms
Upstairs priorities
Bedroom sizes, bathroom locations, privacy and the relationship to existing rooms all influence where the addition should sit.
Outside constraints
Boundaries, overlooking, neighbouring properties and the form of the existing roof can influence the design and planning route.
Life during work
Work on the upper storey and roof may affect existing bedrooms and services. Temporary arrangements and protection need discussing in advance.
Common questions
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