Creating a Modern, Open-Plan Living Space with a Ground-Floor Extension in Windsor February 13, 2023 If you have adequate land and can afford to give up some of your outside area, a ground-floor addition is an excellent choice. It helps expand current living space or to open up and extend it to the outside to create a stunning indoor-outdoor environment. Building a Ground Floor Extension If you choose a ground-floor extension, you can: Expand the area available for entertainment or family get-togethers Make more and larger open-plan living areas Expand interior living areas to include the outdoors. Change a floor plan's present arrangement if it doesn't work for you anymore. Types of Ground Floor Extensions There are various options available to homeowners for ground floor expansion, each with advantages and disadvantages. They vary not just in size but also in cost and the kind of properties they are most suited for. One of your major considerations will be choosing the appropriate expansion for your house, so let's make sure you choose wisely. Ground Floor Rear Extension The back extension is traditional. You may create entirely new rooms, as well as open up the inside of the structure and link the existing sections, by extending the rear of your house into the yard. Ground Floor Side Return The modest yet powerful choice. A side return extension doesn't appear to be a significant addition to your home, but with the appropriate design, you'll be shocked at what they can accomplish. Your property is brought out into any alleyways that are close to the building via side returns. They are frequently added to historical buildings, particularly those from the Victorian era, and are a common option for town residences in UK cities. Ground Floor Wraparound You can't go wrong with a wraparound extension if you would like to get bigger space in your home. They are the pinnacle of house renovation, extending your property to the sides and the back. Not sure which option is right for you any our home? Our builders across Windsor, Maidenhead and Ascot will be happy to help. Simply call us on 07834 617 743 or 07368 483779.