Award-Winning Design & Build for Fulham's Victorian Terraces
Fulham is one of London's most active areas for residential building projects. The borough is dominated by Victorian terraces — rows of beautifully proportioned period homes that are perfectly suited to rear extensions, side return infills, loft conversions, and full renovations. With average property values well above £1 million, extending makes far more financial sense than moving.
LCCL Construction is an LABC Award-winning design and build company with over 20 years' experience working on period properties across London. Our in-house team delivers everything under one roof: architecture, structural engineering, planning applications to Hammersmith and Fulham Council, construction, and project management. One team, one comprehensive quote, one company accountable for the result.
We serve Fulham from our base in Finchley N3. We work in SW6 because the quality of our work matches the expectations of Fulham homeowners, and because our experience with Victorian terraces is directly relevant to the properties here.
Why Fulham Homeowners Choose LCCL
LABC Building Excellence Award Winners 2024 — Independent recognition of the highest construction and building regulation standards in the UK.
200+ Reviews Averaging 4.7/5 — Consistent quality across hundreds of residential projects.
Victorian Terrace Specialists — Extensive experience with the side return extensions, rear additions, and loft conversions that Fulham's housing stock demands.
Complete Design & Build — Architecture, engineering, planning, construction, project management, and 10-year LABC warranty. No hidden extras.
Our Services
Design and build under one roof, Architecture, planning, construction, and finishing — managed by one team, from start to finish.
- HOUSE EXTENSIONS
House Extensions in Fulham — Side Returns, Rear Extensions & More
Fulham's Victorian terraces are among London's most popular properties for extension work. The typical SW6 terrace has a narrow side return passage, a separate rear reception room, and a compact kitchen at the back — a layout that responds brilliantly to modern open-plan design through a combination of side return infill and rear extension.
Extension Types for Fulham Properties
Side Return Extensions — The signature Fulham extension. Enclosing the narrow side alley and opening up the party wall creates a dramatically wider ground floor. The most cost-effective way to transform a Victorian terrace. Often combined with a rear extension for maximum impact. Typical costs: £45,000 to £70,000.
Rear Extensions — Single-storey rear extensions with roof lanterns or skylights create generous kitchen-dining spaces that open onto the garden. For terraced properties, up to 3 metres deep under permitted development, or 6 metres under the larger home extension prior approval scheme. Typical costs: £55,000 to £90,000.
Wraparound Extensions — Combining side return and rear extension into one L-shaped addition maximises the ground-floor footprint. Creates expansive open-plan kitchen-living-dining spaces that completely transform how the house feels. The most popular comprehensive extension in Fulham. Typical costs: £70,000 to £115,000.
Basement Extensions — With property values in SW6 regularly exceeding £1.5 million, basement conversions are a viable way to add substantial space. Hammersmith and Fulham Council has policies on basement development including structural assessments and construction management. Typical costs: £180,000 to £450,000+.
What Is Included in Every Extension Quote
All prices include: in-house architectural design, structural engineering, planning applications to Hammersmith and Fulham Council where required, all construction, project management, building control via LABC, and a 10-year LABC warranty. All-inclusive — no hidden extras. Call 020 8037 7332.
- LOFT CONVERSIONS
Loft Conversions in Fulham — Adding Bedrooms to Victorian Terraces
Fulham's Victorian terraces have steeply pitched roofs with good ridge heights — ideal for loft conversions. A well-designed conversion adds a full bedroom with en-suite at the top of the house, typically increasing property value by 15 to 20 percent. In an area where a typical three-bed terrace sells for over £1 million, that value uplift is significant.
Most loft conversions in Fulham qualify under permitted development rights, meaning no planning application is required. Properties within Fulham's conservation areas may need planning permission for visible roof alterations.
Loft Conversion Types for Fulham Properties
Rear Dormer Conversions — The most popular option across SW6. A flat-roofed rear dormer maximises headroom and usable floor space while preserving the front roofline. Most qualify under permitted development outside conservation areas. Costs: £50,000 to £72,000.
Mansard Conversions — The premium choice for Fulham terraces, creating near-full-height rooms with almost vertical walls on both sides. Requires planning permission but delivers maximum space. Costs: £68,000 to £95,000+.
L-Shaped Dormers — For end-of-terrace properties where rear and side dormers can be combined. Creates space for two bedrooms or a large master suite. Costs: £60,000 to £85,000.
Hip-to-Gable Conversions — For end-of-terrace or semi-detached properties with hipped roofs. Extends the hip to a gable wall for additional space, combined with a rear dormer. Costs: £55,000 to £78,000.
What Is Included in Every Loft Conversion Quote
All prices include: in-house architectural design, structural engineering, scaffolding, all construction including steelwork and dormer build, staircase, insulation, plastering, electrics, en-suite plumbing, building control via LABC, project management, and a 10-year LABC warranty. No hidden extras. Call 020 8037 7332.
- RENOVATIONS
Renovations in Fulham — Transforming Victorian Terraces for Modern Family Life
Fulham's Victorian terraces were built for a different era of domestic life. Separate reception rooms, narrow hallways, compact kitchens, and outside bathrooms don't suit how modern families live. A well-planned renovation reconfigures these charming properties for contemporary living — opening up ground floors, installing modern kitchens and bathrooms, upgrading electrics and plumbing, and improving insulation and heating.
LCCL delivers renovations at every scale: from single-room kitchen or bathroom refits to complete whole-house refurbishments that strip a property back to its shell and rebuild it to modern standards while preserving the Victorian character.
Typical renovation costs in Fulham: kitchen renovation £28,000 to £60,000, bathroom renovation £14,000 to £28,000, structural wall removal with steelwork £6,000 to £14,000, whole-house refurbishment from £100,000 upward. Detailed quotes — no day rates, no open-ended estimates. Final costs confirmed once designs are agreed.
- ARCHITECTURE
In-House Architecture — Victorian Terrace Extension Specialists
Fulham's planning environment is managed by the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham. The borough has multiple conservation areas and specific policies on residential extensions that our architects understand from regular submissions. The integrated design and build model means our architects design with construction costs and buildability in mind from day one — no surprises when the project is priced.
For Victorian terraces in particular, our architects understand the structural challenges: party walls, shallow foundations, load-bearing walls, and the sequencing of steelwork required for open-plan ground floors. This technical knowledge translates directly into designs that work first time.
Every Fulham project includes: measured survey, concept designs, 3D visualisations, construction drawings, planning applications or LDCs to Hammersmith and Fulham Council, structural engineering, and building regulations via LABC. All included in your quote — no separate architect fees.
- LOCA PLANNING EXPERTISE
Planning & Local Knowledge — Fulham
Planning Authority
Fulham falls within the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham. All planning applications for SW6 properties are submitted to the borough council.
Conservation Areas in Fulham
Fulham has several conservation areas that affect residential building projects: Walham Green Conservation Area covers the heart of Fulham around Fulham Broadway, with restrictions on permitted development rights for visible alterations. Parsons Green Conservation Area protects the residential streets around Parsons Green. Hurlingham Conservation Area covers the area around the Hurlingham Club with larger properties on generous plots. Crabtree Conservation Area covers the riverside area with additional scrutiny on external alterations.
Permitted Development Rights
Outside conservation areas, standard permitted development rights apply across Fulham. Terraced properties can extend 3 metres to the rear (or 6 metres under the larger home extension scheme), and rear dormer loft conversions within volume limits qualify. Lawful Development Certificates are recommended to confirm eligibility.
Party Walls
Almost all Fulham extensions involve work on or near party walls shared with neighbouring properties. The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 requires formal notification to neighbours before work begins. Our team manages party wall notices as part of the project.
Typical Planning Timescales
Householder planning application: 8-week target decision. Lawful Development Certificate: approximately 8 weeks. Prior approval (larger home extension): 42-day notification period. Building control: inspections throughout, final sign-off at completion.
Building Control
All LCCL projects are managed through LABC building control. Inspections at each key stage ensure compliance with Building Regulations. At completion, you receive a building control completion certificate and optional 10-year LABC warranty.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a side return extension cost in Fulham?
Side return extensions in Fulham typically cost £45,000 to £70,000. Combined with a rear extension as a wraparound: £70,000 to £115,000. All LCCL prices include architecture, structural engineering, construction, project management, and 10-year LABC warranty.
Do I need planning permission in Fulham?
Many extensions and loft conversions in Fulham qualify under permitted development. Properties within conservation areas face additional restrictions. Our architects assess your property and advise on the best approach.
What type of loft conversion suits Fulham terraces?
Rear dormer conversions are the most popular (£50,000 to £72,000). Mansard conversions deliver maximum space (£68,000 to £95,000). End-of-terrace properties can accommodate L-shaped dormers (£60,000 to £85,000).
How long does an extension take?
Side return extensions: 8 to 12 weeks. Rear extensions: 10 to 14 weeks. Wraparound: 12 to 16 weeks. Allow 8 to 12 weeks for design and approvals before construction.
Do you handle party wall notices?
Yes. Almost all Fulham terrace extensions require party wall notices. Our team manages the notification process as part of the project.
Areas We Cover
Based in Finchley N3, serving London and Hertfordshire.
North London and Hertfordshire
Barnet | Finchley | Hendon | Muswell Hill | Edgware | Enfield | Borehamwood | Potters Bar | Watford | St Albans
Across London
Hampstead | St Johns Wood | Islington | Kensington & Chelsea | Fulham | Clapham | Richmond | Putney & Wandsworth | Crouch End | Stoke Newington | Highgate | Ealing | Notting Hill | Camden | Queens Park