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Planning Approved for a Modern Home Extension Market Harborough

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We’re delighted to share another planning success for our team and our wonderful clients in Market Harborough. For this family home, the brief was to completely reconfigure a tired layout into a contemporary, sociable space that feels calm, spacious and perfectly connected to the garden beyond for family living.


A Home That Just Wasn’t Working

From the start, it was clear the existing layout was holding the family back. Small, separate rooms with poor flow made entertaining tricky and everyday life feel cramped. Our clients dreamed of a space where the kitchen, dining and living areas could seamlessly come together. They also wanted extra room for the kids to unwind, a separate formal lounge for grown ups to escape to, and practical touches like a hidden utility and boot room.


The Vision Takes Shape

Taking inspiration from the site’s generous garden views, our talented designer Rosie created a concept that opened up the entire rear of the home. The new plan shows how carefully considered reconfiguration can change everything. The heart of the extension is an expansive open-plan kitchen, living and dining space.


Large floor to ceiling glazing frames the garden, bringing the outside in and flooding the entire space with natural light.


Soft green feature walls complement warm timber cabinetry and herringbone flooring, adding classic texture.


A contemporary freestanding log burner creates a cosy focal point without blocking sightlines.


The layout includes a stylish island with x5 bar seating, perfect for casual breakfasts or evening drinks while cooking.


Beyond the kitchen, the plan cleverly hides away the utility and pantry, keeping everyday family mess out of sight, and a generous entrance hall welcomes you in, setting the tone for this modern family home.


Details That Make the Difference

This wasn’t just about knocking through walls. Rosie’s planning drawings highlight key architectural upgrades:


  • A completely new roof and standing seam metal-clad facias deliver a crisp, modern finish.

  • Smooth white render pairs with warm timber style cladding on the exterior, balancing contemporary design with a natural touch.

  • A new garden terrace with glazed metal balustrading extends the living space outdoors - perfect for summer BBQs or a morning coffee in the sun.


Each choice was carefully made to blend style with practicality and longevity.


The proposed planning drawings 


Smooth Sailing Through Planning

Once the layout and finishes were agreed with the clients, we prepared a detailed planning package, covering the proposed block plan, elevations and 3D visuals to ensure the scheme was watertight for approval.


Thanks to a collaborative approach with the clients and our local planning contacts, the design passed through without a hitch. A big shoutout to the team for their creative flair and meticulous drawings, the results speak for themselves!


With planning secured, we can now help our clients move confidently into the next phase; technical drawings, detailed specifications, and sourcing fixtures and finishes that stay true to their vision.


This project perfectly shows what happens when thoughtful design meets a clear brief. It’s not just about adding square footage, it’s about creating spaces that work for modern family life, feel welcoming all year round, and make the everyday moments feel a little more special.


If you’re considering a home extension or reconfiguration in Market Harborough or beyond, we’d love to help you unlock your home’s potential.


Get in touch with our team today to start your transformation!


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