A 30 page architect-created planning guide designed to help homeowners confidently plan terrace house extensions before engaging in detailed design. Developed by SALT Architects UK, this guide presents seven tested side-return extension layouts, practical renovation planning advice, and early-stage budget guidance to support informed decision-making.
Planning a terrace house extension can be overwhelming, particularly at the early stages when layout decisions significantly influence cost, daylight, and long-term usability. This Side Return Extension Guide provides a clear starting point, illustrating the most effective layout strategies used in London and South East terrace homes.
Inside the guide you’ll find:
Seven proven side-return extension layout options, with 2D plans and 3D visualisations
Clear explanations of which layout suits different household needs
Typical cost ranges and budget comparison guidance
Renovation planning checklists and next-step recommendations
A comparison matrix to help determine the most suitable approach
Practical design insights based on real residential extension projects
This document is intended as an early-stage planning tool to help you understand possibilities before commissioning detailed architectural design.
What you receive
Instant digital download (PDF)
Printable A3 layout sheets
Planning and budgeting guidance pages
Who this is for
Homeowners planning a terrace house extension
Early-stage renovators seeking layout clarity
Buyers wanting to understand realistic extension possibilities before hiring an architect
Important note
This guide provides planning guidance and indicative layout concepts only and does not replace site-specific architectural design or construction drawings.
A 30 page architect-created planning guide designed to help homeowners confidently plan terrace house extensions before engaging in detailed design. Developed by SALT Architects UK, this guide presents seven tested side-return extension layouts, practical renovation planning advice, and early-stage budget guidance to support informed decision-making.
Planning a terrace house extension can be overwhelming, particularly at the early stages when layout decisions significantly influence cost, daylight, and long-term usability. This Side Return Extension Guide provides a clear starting point, illustrating the most effective layout strategies used in London and South East terrace homes.
Inside the guide you’ll find:
Seven proven side-return extension layout options, with 2D plans and 3D visualisations
Clear explanations of which layout suits different household needs
Typical cost ranges and budget comparison guidance
Renovation planning checklists and next-step recommendations
A comparison matrix to help determine the most suitable approach
Practical design insights based on real residential extension projects
This document is intended as an early-stage planning tool to help you understand possibilities before commissioning detailed architectural design.
What you receive
Instant digital download (PDF)
Printable A3 layout sheets
Planning and budgeting guidance pages
Who this is for
Homeowners planning a terrace house extension
Early-stage renovators seeking layout clarity
Buyers wanting to understand realistic extension possibilities before hiring an architect
Important note
This guide provides planning guidance and indicative layout concepts only and does not replace site-specific architectural design or construction drawings.
