House Extensions
CONCEPT / INSPIRATION — NOT A D-CORE PROJECT

Single-Storey Rear Extension

An illustrative Victorian terrace brief in Harrow — a reference concept for an open-plan living and dining area with bi-fold doors.

West London
Representative house extension image for an illustrative Harrow project example
Representative image — not evidence this exact project was built

The Challenge

This illustrative brief considers a Victorian terrace where the existing rear layout has a narrow kitchen and separate living space. It is a design prompt, not a client record or completed project.

The concept explores a full-width single-storey extension connected to an open-plan kitchen, living and dining space. The planning route, structure, glazing and connection to the existing building would need property-specific assessment.

Illustrative Approach

01

Planning Application & Pre-Construction

A comparable project would require architectural and structural information, a confirmed planning route and any relevant Party Wall review. No approval or engineer appointment is claimed for this project example.

02

Groundworks & Foundations

The reference scope includes foundations, drainage coordination and an insulated floor build-up with possible underfloor heating. Ground conditions, drainage and structural details must be surveyed and designed for the actual property.

03

Structural Frame & Roof

The reference specification considers blockwork, a warm flat roof and weatherproofing. Insulation, membrane, steel and temporary support would require project-specific design and manufacturer confirmation.

04

Windows, Bi-Folds, Second Fix & Decoration

The design reference considers wide aluminium glazing, a fixed window, possible underfloor heating and coordinated finishes. Dimensions, products and installation are not verified for this example.

Before, During & After

A visual reference only. These images are not evidence that this exact project was built by D-Core.

Representative after image for an illustrative rear extension exampleAfterRepresentative before image for an illustrative rear extension exampleBefore

Representative images — project example / inspiration, not a verified D-Core project

During: rear extension under construction — brick walls complete, structural opening formed, slab pouredRepresentative construction image

Representative image only — not evidence of this concept being built

Illustrative Outcome

This illustrative design shows how approximately 28 square metres of additional living space could connect an existing home to the garden. The example combines wide bi-fold doors, an open-plan layout, underfloor heating and a flat EPDM roof as a reference for discussing a similar brief.

Example scope includes a full planning application
Approx. 28sqm extension with an EPDM roof and 20-year manufacturer guarantee
Example design includes 5.4m aluminium bi-fold doors
Underfloor heating included in the example specification
Building Control inspection would form part of a comparable project
Programme and budget would be agreed for the specific property

No client testimonial is attached to this illustrative example. Verified testimonials and completed case-study results will be added only with owner approval.

Project Details

LocationNorth Harrow, HA2
Project TypeSingle-Storey Extension
PlanningIllustrative route
Building ControlIllustrative only

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