Sample project, not a verified case study
Sample project: Basement and side return, near Northcote Road. A Victorian terrace extended down and sideways, with a new open-plan kitchen and a family room below.
Builders in Battersea, SW11
Battersea is where much of our work happens. Between the Commons, around Northcote Road and near Clapham Junction, the streets are lined with Victorian terraces that suit basements, side return extensions and mansard lofts.
Popular projects in Battersea
- Basements under terraced houses between Wandsworth and Clapham Commons
- Side return kitchen extensions opening onto narrow gardens
- Mansard loft conversions adding a principal bedroom and en suite
- High-end refurbishments of family houses, keeping the period features
Planning in Battersea
Battersea falls under Wandsworth Council. Several parts of SW11 are conservation areas, including the Shaftesbury Park Estate, where roof extensions and side extensions need planning permission. Wandsworth's basement guidance applies to all basement projects.
- Postcode
- SW11
- Council
- Wandsworth
- Typical homes
- Victorian terraces, mansion flats
Recent projects in Battersea
Battersea FAQs
Do you need planning permission for a basement in Battersea?
Usually, yes. Wandsworth Council says planning permission is usually required for basements, and always for flats and new lightwells.
Can I build a side return extension in Battersea?
In most streets, yes. If your house is in a conservation area, you will need planning permission rather than relying on permitted development.
Can a basement and side return extension in Battersea be planned together?
Yes. Considering both at the design stage helps coordinate the structure, stairs, drainage and daylight. Your architect and structural engineer can assess how the two spaces should connect before the build is priced.
How do you approach a Battersea terrace with limited access?
Access, deliveries, material storage and waste removal need to be planned around the property. Shared boundaries and neighbouring homes are considered when agreeing the construction programme.
Can you retain period features during a Battersea refurbishment?
Yes. Original fireplaces, cornicing, floorboards and joinery can be assessed before work begins. Agreeing which features to retain or repair early helps coordinate them with new services and finishes.
What our clients say
Most of our work comes from recommendations. Here is what a few of our clients have said.
"From the first visit to handover, the team was organised, tidy and honest about costs. Our basement is beautifully finished and completely dry, and our neighbours were kept informed throughout."
Sarah, Battersea SW11 · Basement conversion
"We stripped our Victorian terrace back to the brick and the team handled everything: steelwork, rewiring, joinery, the lot. They restored the original cornicing and the house has never looked better."
James, Clapham SW4 · Full refurbishment
"Our side return extension finished on schedule and the steel-framed doors are stunning. Every change we asked for was priced up front, so there were no surprises at the end."
Priya, Balham SW12 · Kitchen extension
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