Extend Or Move?

In todays uncertain climate, accentuated by Brexit, it is becoming increasingly common to look at ways of how you can improve your home as opposed to moving, with all the associated costs with purchasing a new property. We are blessed to be based and work in The Chilterns, and it is certainly no surprise to us that many of our clients are keen to remain in the area and renovate their home instead of moving further afield. The appeal of The Chilterns is obvious; surrounded by stunning countryside and character homes yet being extremely well connected to London. This makes The Chilterns  possibly the most idyllic commuter belt area. With towns such as Beaconsfield, Amersham and Marlow – many of our clients consult us in regards to how we can work with their existing homes as they are keen to remain in their home and are unwilling to move away from these sought after towns. We relish the opportunity to work with our clients from the very beginning of the project, and give our views on how we can make the most of any possible building works.

Extensions are the obvious way of adding space and value to your home, but there are many aspects which need to be considered in order to fully utilise the space. Open plan living is popular, yet needs to be thought out coherently to maximise the space while maintaining an air of privacy. Currently, we at One Construction & Interiors are working with three projects in the Beaconsfield area, who all shared the same goal – make our home larger whilst being sympathetic to the existing property. This is a key consideration for us, especially given the unique nature of many homes in the area.
Single story extensions tend to be the preferred option, whereby a large amount of additional space can be created to the main living areas of the home. Planning authorities always prefer rear extensions in order to maintain the exterior aesthetics of the property. This is beneficial, as many of our clients look out to wonderful gardens which can be enjoyed in the new living space.

Popular additions to the home overwhelming tend to be the desire to have a larger kitchen and dining area, and we are delighted to be able to offer bespoke kitchens and cabinetry which make the most of your space. The bespoke nature offers you the opportunity to really create a space which works for you; all your needs are listened to and catered for. However cliché it may be, the kitchen truly is the heart of the home so we understand the importance of creating a space for you to enjoy for many years to come.

Financially, building works to your home is costly. We recognise the initial trepidation that clients may have due to the large sum of money involved. Many horror stories are heard of costs spiralling out of control. We take great pride in the fact that every project we complete comes in on budget and the only additional costs would be any additional work you may require. We are of course fully insured, which adds to the security of instructing us. Furthermore, we recognise that, even after the project has finished, there may be a few issues that need resolving after a few months, especially when working with natural materials. This is why we offer a unique after care package, which is totally free of charge, whereby Neil will visit the property and rectify any issues. This further gives a sense of security to you, the client.

We work tirelessly in order to ensure the utmost satisfaction among our clients, and our glowing reviews from previous clients is something we take enormous pride in. All our staff are highly trained with a passion for their craft and an outstanding work ethic. Neil will always be at the forefront of the project, whereby he will be managing and being your point of contact throughout the building works. Based in Great Missenden, we are able to carry out works throughout this wonderful area, and would be delighted to help with any construction projects you are considering.