Kitchen Extensions Arnold
Turn a cramped kitchen into a bright, open kitchen-diner built for family life. We design and build kitchen extensions across Arnold, from Victorian terraces near Front Street to semis around Redhill and Woodthorpe.
One local team handles everything – design, planning, structural work and the full fit-out – with a fixed quote before we start.
- Free site surveys across Arnold and NG5
- Fixed-price quotes with no hidden extras
- Design, planning and build under one roof
Bigger, Brighter Kitchens for Arnold Homes
Many Arnold homes were built with small galley kitchens tucked at the back of the house. A kitchen extension – usually a single storey rear extension of 3 to 6 metres – opens that space into a proper kitchen-diner with room to cook, eat and relax together.
We have worked on homes all over Arnold, from older terraces off Nottingham Road to post-war semis in Daybrook, Redhill and around Arnold Lane. That local experience means we know the plot shapes, party wall situations and Gedling Borough Council requirements you are likely to face before we even visit.
Most of our Arnold kitchen extensions include bifold or sliding doors to the garden, roof lights or a lantern for natural light, and a full kitchen fit-out. You deal with one project manager from the first sketch to the final clean, and we agree a fixed price and timeline in writing before work begins.
A kitchen extension is usually built as a rear extension, so it pairs well with our rear extension service. If your plot suits it, a side extension or wrap around extension can create an even larger open-plan space.
Best For
Families in Arnold who want an open-plan kitchen-diner, more natural light and a better connection to the garden – without the cost and upheaval of moving house.
Typical Timescale
Most single storey kitchen extensions in Arnold take 10 to 14 weeks on site, plus 6 to 10 weeks for design and approvals beforehand.
Benefits of a Kitchen Extension in Arnold
A well-designed kitchen extension changes how your whole home works day to day.
- Open-plan family space – combine cooking, dining and living into one sociable room instead of a cramped galley kitchen.
- Added property value – a quality kitchen extension typically adds 10-15% to the value of an Arnold home, often more than it costs to build.
- More natural light – roof lanterns, skylights and glazed doors flood the back of the house with daylight all year round.
- Garden connection – bifold or sliding doors open the kitchen straight onto the garden for summer entertaining.
- Cheaper than moving – avoid stamp duty, agent fees and leaving a street and schools you already like.
- Tailored to your home – every extension is designed around your plot, your budget and how your family actually uses the kitchen.
Our Kitchen Extension Process
A clear, managed route from first idea to finished kitchen.
Free Site Survey
We visit your Arnold home, measure up, discuss ideas and give honest advice on what will work for your plot and budget.
Design & Drawings
Our designers produce plans for the extension and kitchen layout, refined with you until you are happy.
Planning & Approvals
We handle permitted development checks or a planning application with Gedling Borough Council, plus building regulations.
Groundworks & Shell
Foundations, walls, roof and glazing go up. We keep the existing kitchen usable for as long as possible.
Knock-Through & First Fix
We open up the rear wall with steelwork, then run electrics, plumbing and heating for the new space.
Kitchen Fit-Out
Plastering, flooring, decoration and full kitchen installation – units, worktops, appliances and lighting.
Sign-Off & Handover
Building control sign-off, a final walk-round with you, and full guarantees and certificates handed over.
Kitchen Extension Costs in Arnold
Guide prices for 2026. Every home is different, so we always confirm with a fixed written quote.
| Project Type | Typical Size | Guide Price |
|---|---|---|
| Small kitchen extension (shell + basic fit-out) | Approx 12-15 m² | £35,000 – £50,000 |
| Mid-range kitchen-diner extension | Approx 15-25 m² | £50,000 – £75,000 |
| Large open-plan kitchen extension with lantern & bifolds | 25 m² + | £75,000 – £110,000+ |
| Kitchen units, worktops & appliances | Varies by spec | £8,000 – £30,000+ |
Prices include VAT and are typical for the Arnold area. Final costs depend on ground conditions, glazing, steelwork and the kitchen specification you choose.
Do You Need Planning Permission in Arnold?
📋 Planning Basics for Arnold Kitchen Extensions
Many single storey rear kitchen extensions fall under permitted development, so no full planning application is needed. As a rough guide, that means up to 4m deep on a detached house or 3m on a semi or terrace (more with prior approval), no higher than 4m, and using materials that match the existing house.
Larger designs, corner plots and some streets in Arnold need a full application to Gedling Borough Council. Every extension also needs building regulations approval, and shared walls may need a party wall agreement with your neighbour. We check all of this at your free survey and manage the paperwork for you – our planning success rate is 100%.
Kitchen Extensions Across the Area
Arnold is our patch, but we build kitchen extensions right across the local area.
Not listed? We cover most of the surrounding area – get in touch to check.
Kitchen Extension Projects
What Arnold Homeowners Say
“Our old kitchen in Arnold was tiny. The team extended out 4 metres, added a roof lantern and bifolds, and now it is the heart of the house. Fixed price, finished a few days early, and they left the place spotless every evening.”
“They handled everything with Gedling council for us, which took a real weight off. The knock-through was done in a day and we were never without a working kettle. Great communication from start to finish.”
“We got three quotes and these were the most straightforward by far. The new kitchen-diner has added real value to our semi near Arnold town centre, and the quality of the finish is excellent. Would happily recommend.”
Kitchen Extension FAQs for Arnold
Most kitchen extensions in Arnold cost between £35,000 and £75,000 including VAT, depending on size and specification. Large open-plan designs with lanterns and bifolds can reach £110,000 or more. We give a fixed written quote after a free site survey, so there are no surprises.
Often not. Many single storey rear kitchen extensions in Arnold fall under permitted development rights. Larger designs or unusual plots need a full application to Gedling Borough Council. We check your home’s status at the free survey and handle any application for you.
Typically 10 to 14 weeks on site for a single storey kitchen extension, plus 6 to 10 weeks beforehand for design, approvals and ordering. We agree the programme in writing and keep you updated weekly.
Yes. Almost all of our Arnold customers stay at home during the build. We build the new shell first and only knock through near the end, so you keep a working kitchen for most of the project. Dust screens and daily tidying keep disruption manageable.
In most cases, yes. A well-built kitchen-diner extension typically adds 10-15% to the value of a home in Arnold, and open-plan kitchen space is one of the most requested features among local buyers. We can advise on the ceiling value for your street at the survey.
Ready to Plan Your Arnold Kitchen Extension?
Book a free, no-obligation site survey and get a fixed written quote for your project.