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House Extension
Planning & Design

 

 

 

Extending your home is one of the most effective ways to create additional living space without the need to move.
 

At DraftForge, we provide professional architectural drawings, measured surveys and planning application services for house extensions across Bristol and the South West of England.
 

Whether you are planning a single-storey extension, double-storey extension or kitchen extension, we can guide you through the design and planning process from initial survey through to planning approval.

If you're looking for an experienced architect in Bristol, we provide a complete design and planning service for house extensions.

Every successful extension begins with a strong design. Explore our architectural design and drawings in Bristol to see how we develop practical, planning-ready solutions.

Our House
Extension Services

We assist homeowners with every stage of the extension process, including:

  • Measured building surveys of the existing property

  • Architectural design and layout options

  • Planning drawings and documentation

  • Planning application submissions

  • Advice on planning permission and permitted development

  • Building regulation drawings for construction

 

Our aim is to create designs that maximise your available space while ensuring the proposal meets the requirements of the local planning authority.

Types of Extensions We Design
We regularly design a wide range of residential extensions including:

Single Storey Extensions

Ideal for creating larger kitchens, open-plan living spaces or garden rooms.

Two Storey Extensions

A popular option for adding additional bedrooms, bathrooms and expanding ground floor living space.

Side Extensions

A great way to make use of unused space to the side of a property.

Rear Extensions

Often used to create larger kitchen or dining areas overlooking the garden.

Wraparound Extensions

Combining side and rear extensions to significantly transform the layout of a home.

Planning Permission for House Extensions

Many house extensions require planning permission, particularly if the extension exceeds permitted development limits or is located within a conservation area or on a listed property.

We prepare all of the drawings and documents required for the planning application and submit them directly to the relevant planning authority on your behalf.

With experience working with councils across Bristol and North Somerset, we understand the policies and requirements that influence planning decisions.

Our Process

1. Initial Consultation

We discuss your ideas, assess the property and provide advice on what is possible.

2. Measured Building Survey

A detailed survey of the existing property is carried out to ensure accurate drawings.

3. Design & Drawings

We prepare existing and proposed architectural drawings showing the extension.

4. Planning Application

The planning application is submitted to the local authority along with supporting documents.

5. Planning Approval

Once permission is granted, we can also assist with building regulation drawings for construction.

Areas Covered Across Bristol & North Somerset
 

DraftForge provides house extension

planning and design services across:

South West England

  • Bristol, UK

  • Clifton, Bristol, UK

  • Redland, Bristol, UK

  • Cotham, Bristol, UK

  • Bishopston, Bristol, UK

  • Henleaze, Bristol, UK

  • Westbury-on-Trym, Bristol, UK

  • Stoke Bishop, Bristol, UK

  • Sneyd Park, Bristol, UK

  • Long Ashton, UK

  • Abbots Leight, UK

  • Southville, Bristol, UK

  • Bedminster, Bristol, UK

  • Totterdown, Bristol, UK

  • Fishponds, Bristol, UK

  • Keynsham, UK

  • Yate, UK

  • Thornbury, UK

  • Portishead, UK

  • Clevedon, UK

  • Weston-super-Mare, UK

  • and surrounding areas

Architectural Services Across Bristol & Surrounding Areas

We provide architectural design, house extensions and planning applications across Bristol, Portishead, Clevedon and Weston-super-Mare.
 

Thinking About Extending Your Home?

If you are considering a house extension or planning application, feel free to get in touch to discuss your project.

We are happy to provide guidance on design options, planning permission and the next steps required to move your project forward.

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