Property extensions offer an excellent opportunity to expand living space and improve how homes function. When planning an extension, one of the key considerations is how to blend it with the existing architecture to create a harmonious and visually appealing result. You can seamlessly integrate a home extension with the original structure by carefully considering the design, materials and details. Below, our building company offers tips for blending house extensions with existing architecture, ensuring a cohesive and elegant transformation.
Our team in the Ascot area brings our clients’ visions to life through single-storey and double-storey extensions, as well as side-return extensions and wraparound extensions. These are thoughtfully planned and built to the highest standards. We invite you to view some of our previous work in our gallery. You can also browse our website and blog for more information and advice, including tips on creating a bright extension.
Start by analysing the architectural style of your home. Whether it's a Victorian, Georgian, modern or more traditional design, understanding the existing architecture will guide you in selecting design elements that complement and enhance the overall aesthetic.
This could include features such as:
Matching these design elements creates a sense of continuity, tying new and old sections together seamlessly.
When it comes to materials, our building company suggests you choose ones that match or harmonise with the existing materials used in your Ascot home.
Some aspects to consider include:
Using complementary or matching materials helps create a unified appearance, making house extensions look like a natural part of original structures.
Maintaining the scale and proportions of the existing house is crucial when adding an extension. Ensure that the height, width and depth of the extension are in harmony with the original building. Pay attention to rooflines, eaves and fenestration to maintain a balanced and pleasing visual composition.
When the property extension style differs from the original build, it’s important to plan a transition zone between the house and extension to create a smooth visual flow. These zones function as buffers, providing a gradual shift from one architectural style to another. They can be achieved through design elements such as covered walkways, connecting corridors, or well-planned landscaping that gently merges the two areas.
For all house extensions in Ascot, it’s essential to consider how new and old spaces connect to ensure the extension feels like a natural part of the home. This includes making sure the interior layout is practical and logical. It might be necessary to reconfigure existing spaces to achieve this. If planning a double-storey extension, consider how spaces will blend on both floors.
Pay attention to the flow of natural light in both the existing home and the extension. Ensure that windows, skylights or other light sources are strategically placed to maintain a consistent and balanced distribution of light. Natural light helps blend the old and new sections, creating a unified and inviting atmosphere.
Please do not hesitate to contact us in Ascot today to discuss any of our services. Our building company offers all the following types of extensions: