Full Rear/Wraparound Extension in Brandon, Coventry
This project showcases how S & J Building & Electrical Ltd transformed a traditional family home in Brandon, Coventry, by designing and building a full rear and wraparound extension that significantly improved the property’s light, layout and usable space.
The homeowners wanted a larger, open-plan kitchen and dining area with improved flow into the garden. Our team delivered a contemporary, energy-efficient extension that added significant space while retaining the character of the original property.
Project Summary
Location: Brandon, Coventry
Property Type: Traditional semi-detached home
Extension Type: Full rear and wraparound extension
Key Features: Open-plan living, RSJ-supported knock-through, bi-fold doors, rooflights
Goals: Maximise space, improve layout, enhance natural light, create a modern family area
Location Details:
Brandon is a village located in Coventry, known for semi-detached homes suitable for wraparound extensions.
Primary Goals:
Create a large open-plan kitchen-dining-living space
Improve natural light with glazing and bi-fold doors
Reconfigure ground-floor circulation
Increase property value with a modern layout
Ensure smooth planning approval and structural compliance
Before and After
Before:
Small, enclosed kitchen
Limited natural light
Poor connection to garden
Confined dining layout
After:
Light-filled open-plan kitchen-diner
Full-width opening with bi-fold doors
Improved circulation and flow
Extended footprint suitable for modern family living
The Result
The extension has given the homeowners a beautifully modern, open-plan kitchen-diner with far better light, flow and practicality. By opening up the rear of the house and improving the internal layout, the space now feels larger and more inviting, with a direct link to the garden and a noticeable increase in overall property value. It’s a versatile living area that fits their lifestyle perfectly. View a full breakdown of our extension types here.
What We Delivered
Our team delivered a contemporary, energy-efficient extension that added significant space while retaining the character of the original property.
Learn more about our rear extension service and wraparound extension options.
1. Design and Planning
Full measured survey
Architectural drawings and layouts
Planning submission through Coventry City Council
Liaison with building control
Structural engineering for steelwork and knock-throughs
This stage ensured the project was fully compliant and approved before work began.
2. Structural Work and RSJs
The wraparound design required:
Removal of load-bearing walls
Installation of a multi-steel RSJ configuration
Padstones and supports
Strengthening of existing structure to support the new footprint
This created a seamless open-plan zone linking the new kitchen, dining area and living space.
3. Build Phase
Work included:
Foundations and blockwork
Full-width rear opening
Brickwork matched to the existing property
High-performance insulation
New roofing system
Integrated drainage and ventilation
Electrical and plumbing first fix
The extension was built to provide maximum usable space while maintaining external harmony with the original house.
4. Windows, Doors and Finishes
Large aluminium bi-fold doors
Fixed rooflights for natural light
Modern plastered interior
New kitchen installation
Flooring, lighting and heating integrated throughout
External landscaping at the rear
This combination created a bright, modern living space ideal for family life.
Challenges
- Challenge: Removing a load-bearing wall
- Challenge: Matching new brickwork
- Challenge: Maximising natural light
Solutions
- Solution: Install RSJs and reinforcements
- Solution: Source matching brickwork
- Solution: Add rooflights + full-width opening
Our 5‑Step Process
Discovery & Site Visit
We begin with a friendly consultation and site visit anywhere across Coventry and Warwickshire, from Earlsdon to Evesham, to understand your goals, budget and site conditions.
Design & Approvals
Our in-house team prepares detailed drawings and manages all planning applications, permitted development checks and building control requirements.
Pre-Build Preparation
We confirm the schedule, materials and finishes, and prepare your home to ensure a smooth, stress-free build.
Build
Phase
From foundations to final fixtures, our Coventry-based team coordinates every trade with a focus on quality workmanship, safety and tidy progress.
Handover & Aftercare
Once work is complete, we provide compliance documentation, warranties and aftercare guidance so your new space is ready to enjoy.
Proudly Covering Coventry and Warwickshire
We provide extensions and home improvements for properties across Coventry and the wider Warwickshire region. Whether you live in a city terrace or a village home, our team delivers the same careful workmanship and organised project management.
We regularly work in Coventry, Leamington Spa, Kenilworth, Warwick, Rugby and Nuneaton, helping homeowners enhance their homes with well-planned, beautifully built extensions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Most wraparound extensions require full planning permission due to their size. We handle the entire application process on your behalf.
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A full rear or wraparound extension usually takes 12 to 14 weeks, depending on complexity, weather and material availability.
Yes. We aim to minimise disruption and maintain access throughout the project.
Planning a similar extension in Coventry or Warwickshire?
Book a free planning call and we’ll map out timescales, approvals and budget ranges.