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Project Starter Guide for Home Extensions: What to Send Before We Chat.

  • Writer: GT Building Design
    GT Building Design
  • 10 hours ago
  • 2 min read

If you’re thinking about a home extension, loft conversion, garage conversion or internal alterations, this simple guide explains the information that’s genuinely useful at the early stage — and what you don’t need to worry about yet.


It keeps things clear, calm and focused so your enquiry stays easy for both of us.


Modern kitchen extension with navy cabinetry, skylight and garden views through sliding doors.
A bright, well‑planned kitchen extension — the kind of space that starts with clear ideas and good preparation.

1. Your Main Goal

A short, simple line is perfect.

Examples:

  • “We’d like a larger kitchen.”

  • “We want to improve the layout.”

  • “We need an extra bedroom.”

No long descriptions needed at this stage.


2. Photos of the Existing Space

Please send 3–5 recent photos.

Avoid sending:

  • full albums

  • every angle of every room

Clear, up‑to‑date photos are all that’s required.


Architectural floor plan sketch with pencil on desk, symbolising early design planning
Early design begins with simple sketches and clear information — not full plans.

3. Basic Property Information

Just the essentials:

  • Full Address including number and postcode

  • Approximate age of the property (if known)

  • Whether your home has been extended before

No measurements or technical notes needed — these are taken during the survey.


4. Budget and Timescale

A rough idea is enough:

  • Your ideal budget

  • When you’d like work to begin

No spreadsheets or detailed breakdowns required.


5. Planning and Building Control

Most projects need one or both.

You don’t need to research this. I will advise what applies and handle all submissions on your behalf.


6. Builders

At this stage, all I need to know is:

  • Do you already have a builder in mind

  • Or would you like recommendations

No quotes or early pricing needed.


Bright open‑plan kitchen and dining area with garden view, showing natural light and modern design.
Calm, natural spaces come from well‑considered design and clear communication from the start.

7. What Happens Next

A clear, straightforward process:

  1. Initial chat

  2. Measured survey

  3. Drawings prepared

  4. Planning / Building Control

  5. Final drawings ready for your builder


Project Starter Guide - Ready to begin?

If you’re planning an extension, conversion or alteration, have read the Project Starter Guide and would like to talk through your ideas, you can get in touch.

Thank you, Glenn.


 
 
 

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