House Extensions
Balerno
Expert house extension builders serving Balerno, a peaceful village community on the western edge of Edinburgh by the Water of Leith. Luxor Developments delivers single storey, double storey, rear and side return extensions with exceptional craftsmanship and full planning support.
Extension Types in Balerno
We deliver every type of house extension for Balerno homeowners — from compact side returns to large double storey additions
Single Storey Extension
Ground floor rear or side extensions creating open-plan kitchen diners and additional living space.
Double Storey Extension
Two-level additions providing maximum space with a new bedroom above and living area below.
Side Return Extension
Infilling the narrow side passage of terraced and semi-detached properties for significant extra space.
Rear Extension
Extending into the garden with bi-fold or sliding doors for seamless indoor-outdoor living.
Orangery & Conservatory
Light-filled glass garden rooms with brick pillars, perfect for year-round Edinburgh living.
Wraparound Extension
Combined rear and side return extension for maximum space transformation in one project.
Why Choose Luxor for Extensions in Balerno?
Balerno's village character includes many stone-built properties and older homes with excellent potential for renovation and extension. We are experienced in working with the area's planning context and heritage properties. Our team brings deep local knowledge of Balerno properties, Edinburgh planning requirements, and the specialist skills needed to extend homes in this area to the very highest standard.
What Balerno Clients Say
“Luxor built a stunning kitchen extension at our Balerno property. The open plan space with views of our garden is everything we dreamed of. The workmanship is excellent and the project was delivered exactly on schedule. Exceptional value for the quality received.”
“We used Luxor for a comprehensive renovation of our Balerno home and the results are outstanding. Every room has been transformed to a high specification. Wayne managed everything seamlessly and the trades were all skilled and professional.”
“Our new bathroom in Balerno is absolutely gorgeous. Luxor installed a freestanding bath, walk-in shower and underfloor heating to a flawless standard. The tiling is perfect and the team left our home spotless each day. Brilliant from start to finish.”
Extension FAQs for Balerno
Extension costs in Balerno typically range from £1,500–£2,500 per square metre depending on specification. A standard 20m² single storey extension costs between £30,000–£50,000. We provide detailed, itemised quotations after a free site consultation.
Many extensions in Balerno fall under permitted development rights and don't need full planning permission. However, you'll always need a building warrant from Edinburgh Council. Conservation areas or listed buildings require planning consent — we assess this and handle all applications on your behalf.
Planning and building warrant approval takes 8–12 weeks. Construction of a single storey extension typically takes 8–12 weeks, two storey extensions 12–16 weeks. We provide a detailed programme during the design stage.
Absolutely. Matching Edinburgh's distinctive stone is something we specialise in. We source matching stone, brick, roof tiles and windows to ensure your extension integrates seamlessly with your existing Balerno property.
Yes — the vast majority of our Balerno clients stay in their homes throughout construction. We create weatherproof barriers, maintain site access, and minimise disruption at every stage.
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