Virtual Model of a Home and Garden

Studio 425 recently prepared a virtual 3D model of a private home and garden in the London Borough of Merton. The site, a single family home in an affluent area near Wimbledon Park, slopes dramatically and includes a number of terraces, embankments and retaining walls. The site topography made it hard for the home owners to visualise how to make best use of their available space.

Extension Wins Planning Permission in Elmbridge

Studio 425 architect John Inglis recently gained planning permission for a large residential extension to a private home in Elmbridge, Surrey. 

Feasibility Sketch for a Residential Extension

Studio 425 is pleased to present this sketch proposal for an extension to a suburban home in the London borough of Sutton.

If you are interested in extending your home and would like to talk about gaining extra living space, a new open plan kitchen or adding value with extra bedrooms please feel free to contact us. 

You can email studio425@london.com or find John Inglis on twitter as @johnsketches

Outbuildings and Permitted Development Rights

Most houses in England and Wales benefit from permitted development rights that allow homes to be extended without applying for planning permission. Whilst loft conversions and conservatories are the most popular forms of extension under permitted development rights, the General Permitted Development Order 2008 or GDPO is actually most generous where outbuildings are concerned. This article looks at how to get the most out of permitted development rights for outbuildings, garden rooms, summerhouses, garden sheds and home offices.

Extensions and House Hunting, Things to Know Before You Buy

When looking for a new home, you may want to find somewhere you can extend, either as an investment or to accommodate a growing family. But how do you know what permissions you will need or how big you can build and where?

Click and Print - House Hunting for Extendable Homes

Click and Print Guide - House Hunting for Extendable Homes

Click and print the image opposite for a handy pocket guide to house hunting for homes you can extend.