At Tailored Lofts, we are dedicated Walthamstow home extension builders, proudly serving homeowners throughout the Waltham Forest borough and wider East London areas including Redbridge and Chingford:

House extensions
Walthamstow
We build house extensions Walthamstow families love

Making the most of Walthamstow’s Victorian and Edwardian terraced homes
Walthamstow has become one of East London’s most desirable and vibrant neighbourhoods — known for its creative, hipster energy, local markets, and village feel. But many of its homes are traditional Victorian and Edwardian terraces, often compact and not ideally suited to modern family life. As growing families and new homeowners look to create more space without leaving the area, house extensions in Walthamstow have become a popular and practical solution. From kitchen extensions and open-plan living spaces to loft and wrap-around designs, we help residents transform their period homes while keeping their unique Walthamstow character.

House Extension Specialists in Walthamstow
Whether you’re planning a single-storey rear extension or a full kitchen and dining remodel, our team can deliver a bespoke solution that fits your home and lifestyle.
- Rear extensions: Expanding the back of your home, ideal for creating larger living spaces or open-plan kitchens.

- Side return extensions: Making use of the narrow space alongside your property — very common in Walthamstow’s terraced homes, where the rear outrigger leaves valuable space unused.
- L-shaped or wrap-around extensions: A mix of rear and side return extensions, especially popular in Walthamstow for maximising space around traditional layouts.
- Double-storey extensions: Adding space on both ground and first floors, perfect for extra bedrooms, bathrooms, or larger family areas.

House extension build process
Whether you live in a Victorian terrace in Walthamstow Village, a family home close to Whipps Cross or Lea bridge Road, or a Edwardian property in Blackhorse Road, our process is designed to deliver your home extension in the most efficient and stress-free way:
- Initial Consultation: We start with a comprehensive discussion to understand your needs and evaluate the feasibility of your Walthamstow house extension project, considering your property’s specifics and potential constraints.
- Free No-Obligation Detailed Quotation: Following the initial consultation, we provide a detailed quotation that outlines the scope of work, materials, and costs involved, all without any obligation on your part. We will do our best to price match our competitors,

- Planning and Design: Our architect then proceeds to develop architectural drawings and secure any necessary planning permissions, ensuring the design meets both your aspirations and local regulations.
- Construction Stage: With designs approved, we move to the construction phase, where our skilled craftsmen work diligently to bring the designs to life, maintaining open communication with you throughout to ensure the project progresses smoothly.
- Finishing: In the final stage, we carry out thorough inspections and address any minor concerns to guarantee that everything aligns with our quality standards and meets your expectations. Installations are commissioned and required certificates issued.

Tailored Lofts key values
We are committed to excellence in design and construction, all tailored within your budget for guaranteed satisfaction. Our trust in our craftsmanship is backed up by a 10-year warranty, ensuring structural durability and damp protection. We prioritize transparent communication, maintaining clarity from the initial quote to the final handover, thus avoiding costly misunderstandings. You will have a single point of contact – your project manager who will be responsible for smooth project delivery. We don’t subcontract and our team is known for its respectfulness and tidiness, keeping the worksite orderly and minimizing disruption to you, your family, and neighbours. This approach underlines our dedication to not just meeting but exceeding your expectations.
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Walthamstow E17Planning Permission and Building Regulations
Managing planning permission and building regulations is a key part of any house extension in Walthamstow or anywhere else. Many Walthamstow house extensions fall under Permitted Development Rights, allowing homeowners to extend without applying for a full planning permission. However, there are limits related to the size, height, and design of the extension, as well as the type of property. It’s always best to obtain a Certificate of Lawful Development from Waltham Forest Council before starting any building work.
Every home extension must also meet current Building Regulations to ensure proper structural integrity, insulation, fire safety, ventilation, and staircase design. To make the process simple and stress-free, our team handles all planning applications and liaises with building control on your behalf — ensuring your Walthamstow house extension is fully compliant from start to finish.
Planning your house extension in Walthamstow?
If you’re ready to expand your home, contact Tailored Lofts today for a free,
no-obligation quote and discover why we’re locally recommended building company in Walthamstow.