The K family live in a pocket of Camberwell which is well populated with Capital Building extensions. After noticing some of our upper extension works going on around them the K’s decided to give Capital Building a call.
Type:
Extension & Renovation
Features:
4 bedrooms
1 bathroom
New upper extension façade
The Capital Design team was briefed to provide an upper extension with four bedrooms and a bathroom for a growing family. At ground level, a redesigned kitchen/meals, living, large rear deck, laundry area and fully renewed bathrooms resulted in a complete renovation.
There are two schools of thought with new extension designs. Match new works in the existing period/style or add a contemporary or different style in juxtaposition to the existing. Either solution works and finally rests with the owners’ sense of style.
Like many clients with period style homes, the K’s wanted their extension to blend in with their existing Edwardian-bungalow style home. After speaking with a number of builders the K’s chose Capital Building over other builders, for our design skills, attentive service and value for money.
As the photos show, Capital Buildings design and construction team replicated original Bungalow gable features, cedar shingles, shelves, brackets, cover straps and double hung windows and applied them to the new upper extension facade. The articulation of the design and stepped gables nestle the upper storey extension sympathetically into the upper storey roof as if it might have been built so, originally.
The K’s were keen to create large open living spaces, with the look and feel of a new home, with all the modern amenities yet also cosmetically keeping with the Bungalow style. The work duration was approx. 6 months. The owners choose to complete painting, floor coverings, heating and cooling themselves.
If you are looking to transform your home with an upper storey extension ring Capital building for a free onsite appraisal.
Want a roadmap to extending your home? This brochure has everything you need to know before you start.
Discover design inspiration, budgeting, finishes & materials, contracts & permits, the construction process and more.
A home extension involves adding additional space to your existing home, expanding its size and accommodating your changing needs without the need for moving.
Capital Building offer a variety of home extension options, including rear extensions, side extensions, loft conversions, basement conversions, and multi-story extensions, depending on your specific requirements and property layout.
The need for planning permission depends on factors such as the size and location of the property and the proposal, along with property covenants and overlays.. Our team will assess your project and advise you on the necessary permits and planning regulations.
The duration of a home extension project varies depending on its size and complexity. Typically, the planning and design phase takes 3-4 months, excluding town planning approval if that’s required. Depending on the scope of the project, construction might take 6 months for a smaller and simpler build and up to 9 months or more, for larger and more complex builds.
Yes, Capital Building offer design and build services to plan and visualise your home extension. Our team of designers can provide free, no obligation concept designs and budgets, which can be formalised into professional drawings by Architectural Draftspeople.
To get started, you can contact us to schedule an initial consultation. Our team will visit your property, assess your needs, discuss design ideas, provide an estimate, and guide you through the next steps.
Depending on the scope of the extension and the level of disruption, it may be possible to live in your home during the construction. However, there may be certain periods where temporary accommodation is recommended or required.
Typically, house extensions cost $3500-$4500 per square metre. This cost will change based on your build preferences. The most accurate way to find out how much your extension will cost is to get a free quote.
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Building an extension or renovating is one of the biggest purchases in our lifetime. Therefore, it is essential that before going ahead with a project you can trust the building company that you choose. Capital Building has an impressive list of credentials which means that should you choose it, you will be using a trusted, experienced, honest and safe building operator.
