Garden Room Extension Project Review

Garden room extensions present a unique set of technical and planning considerations, all of which were assessed early.

• Large areas of glazing increasing solar gain 
• Potential discomfort during summer months
   

• Risk of the extension appearing dominant from the garden 
• Need to maintain a balanced relationship with the existing house
   

• Height and massing concerns 
• Impact on neighbouring properties
   

• Requirement to meet modern Building Regulations 
• Managing heat loss through extensive glazing

Each challenge was resolved through careful detailing and a planning-led design approach.

• Solar-control glazing specified 
• Opening elements for purge ventilation 
• Roof overhangs used to manage direct sunlight
   

• Low-profile roof design 
• Clean horizontal lines 
• Simple, contemporary detailing
   

• Carefully controlled height and footprint 
• Subtle integration with the existing property 
• Clear and accurate planning drawings
   

• High-performance insulation build-ups 
• Thermally broken glazing systems 
• Efficient junction detailing

MyHomePlans proposed a modern garden room extension that feels like a natural extension of the home while offering a distinct, calming retreat overlooking the garden.

• Single-storey garden room extension 
• Large sliding or bi-fold doors 
• Clean, contemporary materials 
• Flexible internal layout 
• Strong visual connection to the garden
   

The design focused on quality of light, proportion, and usability, ensuring the space feels generous and welcoming without unnecessary scale.