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Kitchen Extension Projects Mansfield

At Kudos Kitchens, we help families in Mansfield and nearby towns like Sutton-in-Ashfield, Newark, and Worksop turn cramped kitchens into amazing spaces you'll love to spend time in. Our kitchen extensions give you more room to cook, eat and hang out with your family.

Benefits of Extending Your Kitchen Space

Most homes built 20-30 years ago have small kitchens that make cooking and family time difficult. A kitchen extension fixes this problem by:

Creating more space for cooking and eating
Making room for bigger appliances
Adding value to your home (up to £30,000 in Mansfield)
Bringing in more natural light
Making a proper space for family meals

"We never used to spend time in our kitchen before the extension. Now it's where we live! The kids do homework at the island while I cook, and we don't feel cramped anymore." - Dianne, Mansfield

Types of Kitchen Extensions We Offer

Depending on your house type and budget, we can build different kinds of extensions:

Side Return Kitchen Extensions

Perfect for terraced houses in older parts of Mansfield. We use the narrow strip of land at the side of your house to make your kitchen wider. This works really well in the Victorian houses around West Hill and Forest Town.

Rear Kitchen Extensions

The most common type we build in Mansfield. We extend your kitchen into your back garden by 2-5 metres. This usually doesn't need planning permission if it's under 4m for detached homes or 3m for semi-detached.

Wraparound Kitchen Extensions

These combine side and rear extensions to create an L-shaped space. Popular with families in the larger properties around Berry Hill and Woodhouse areas who want to create big open-plan kitchen-diners.

Single-Storey Kitchen Extensions

One floor only, extending out from your existing kitchen. These are cheaper than double-storey extensions and create a great family space.

Kitchen Bump Out Extensions

Small extensions of just 1-2 metres. Great for homes in Mansfield with smaller gardens or tighter budgets. Even this small addition can transform how your kitchen feels.

Planning and Permissions

Do I Need Planning Permission for My Kitchen Extension?

Most of our kitchen extension projects in Mansfield fall under "permitted development" rules, which means you don't need full planning permission if:

Your extension doesn't extend more than 4m from the back of a detached house (or 3m for semi-detached)
It's not taller than the highest part of your roof
It doesn't take up more than 50% of your garden
You're not in a conservation area like parts of Mansfield Woodhouse

We check all these rules during our first visit to make sure you know exactly what permissions you'll need.

Building Regulations

All kitchen extensions need building regulations approval, which checks:

Foundations are strong enough
Walls and roof are properly insulated
Electrical work is safe
Any new drainage works properly
Ventilation is adequate (important for kitchens!)

Our team handles all the building regs applications for you - it's included in our project management.

Party Wall Considerations

If you share a wall with your neighbor (semi-detached or terraced), we'll need to serve a Party Wall notice. This is a legal requirement that gives your neighbors a chance to agree to the work.

We've never had a party wall dispute in Mansfield in our years of building extensions - our team is careful to keep neighbors happy during the building process.

Our Kitchen Extension Process

When you choose Kudos Kitchens for your extension, here's what happens:

First Meeting - We visit your home and listen to what you want from your extension. We measure up and discuss your budget. This is free and without obligation.
Design Phase - We work with you to design both the structural extension and the kitchen that will go in it. We use 3D drawings so you can see exactly what you'll get.
Getting Approvals - We sort out any planning permission or building regulations needed.
Building Work - Our team starts with the foundations and structure of your extension. This is the messy bit, but we try to keep disruption down.
Kitchen Fitting - Once the shell is ready, we install your kitchen units, worktops and appliances. This is when it starts feeling real!
Final Touches - We finish with decorating, flooring and lighting to complete your new space.

Most kitchen extensions in Mansfield take 8-12 weeks from start to finish, depending on size and complexity.

Kitchen Extension Design Options

Traditional Brick Extensions

Matching brickwork to your existing house creates a seamless look. We can source matching bricks for most Mansfield homes, even older properties.

Contemporary Glass Extensions

Glass walls and roof lanterns make stunning, light-filled spaces. Popular in the newer housing developments around Mansfield like Oak Tree and Lindhurst.

Conservatory-Style Kitchen Extensions

A more affordable option that still brings in lots of light. These work well with the 1930s semi-detached houses common in Berry Hill area.

Budget-Friendly Alternatives

If a full extension is beyond your budget right now, we can suggest alternatives like:

Removing internal walls to create more space
Adding a kitchen island to improve workflow
Installing larger windows or doors to connect with the garden

Case Study: Oak Tree Lane Kitchen Extension

Last year we completed a beautiful kitchen extension for the Wilson family in the Oak Tree area of Mansfield. They had a small 1990s kitchen that didn't work for their family of five.

Before: A cramped 8m² kitchen with barely enough space for one person to cook.

What we did: Built a 4m rear extension, creating an open-plan kitchen-diner with bi-fold doors to the garden.

Special features:

Kitchen island with breakfast bar
Roof lanterns to bring in natural light
Underfloor heating for year-round comfort
Built-in pantry storage

Result: A 20m² family space that's now the heart of their home.

"It's transformed how we live. The extension has given us the family space we've always wanted, and Kudos made the whole process much easier than we expected." - Paul Wilson

Maximizing Natural Light

Dark kitchens are depressing kitchens! We always look at ways to bring more natural light into your extension:

Roof Lights and Lanterns

Adding windows in the roof is one of the best ways to flood your kitchen with light. We use high-quality, thermally efficient roof lights that won't cause overheating in summer.

Bi-fold and Sliding Doors

Popular in Mansfield for connecting inside and outside spaces. Prices start from around £3,000 for good quality aluminum bi-folds.

Window Placement

We strategically place windows to maximize light at different times of day. Morning light for breakfast areas, evening light where you'll prep dinner.

Kitchen Extension Costs in Mansfield

The million pound question! Kitchen extension costs vary depending on size, specification and finish, but here are some typical ranges for Mansfield in 2025:

Small extension (10-15m²)
Medium extension (16-25m²)
Large extension (26m²+)

These prices will consider:

Building work
New kitchen units and appliances
Plumbing and electrics
Flooring
Decorating

Mansfield prices are generally about 15% lower than the UK average, making it a good place to extend your home.

Financing Your Extension

We've partnered with Dopple to offer kitchen renovation financing. This lets you spread the cost of your extension, making it more affordable. Most customers choose to put down about 20% and finance the rest.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a kitchen extension cost in Mansfield?

For a quality kitchen extension in Mansfield, expect to pay from £1,800-£2,200 per square metre for the building work, plus the cost of the kitchen itself. A typical 20m² extension with a new kitchen costs around £50,000-£60,000 all in.

Do I need planning permission for a kitchen extension in Mansfield?

Most single-storey kitchen extensions in Mansfield don't need planning permission if they fall within permitted development rules. But it's always worth checking with us first - rules can change and some areas have special restrictions.

What is the cheapest way to extend a kitchen?

The most budget-friendly option is usually a simple single-storey rear extension with a flat roof. Conservatory-style extensions can also be cheaper, but they're less usable year-round.

How long does a kitchen extension take?

From first meeting to finished kitchen, allow 4-5 months. The actual building work usually takes 8-12 weeks, but planning, design and ordering materials all take time too.

How much value does a kitchen extension add to a house in Mansfield?

A well-designed kitchen extension typically adds 5-10% to your house value in Mansfield. For an average Mansfield house price of £190,000, that's an added value of £9,500-£19,000.

Ready to Extend Your Kitchen?

If you're thinking about a kitchen extension in Mansfield or nearby areas like Sutton-in-Ashfield, Kirkby-in-Ashfield, Forest Town or Woodhouse, we'd love to help.

Our family-run team has completed dozens of kitchen extensions across Nottinghamshire. We pride ourselves on honest pricing, quality craftsmanship and making the process as stress-free as possible.

Book Your Free Consultation

Call Michael or Emma to arrange a free, no-obligation chat about your kitchen extension ideas. Or visit our Mansfield showroom to see examples of our work and discuss options with our design team.

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Kitchen Renovation Financing Available!*

Even if you do not have the funds now, you may be eligible to access project funding from Dopple! Contact us to learn more about how financing can help you get your dream kitchen renovation sooner.

We've partnered with Dopple to offer flexible kitchen renovation financing options for your kitchen project. With Dopple, you can spread the cost of your new kitchen over manageable monthly payments, choose from multiple finance options. You will get support from a friendly UK-based team and be able to finance kitchen projects big and small

*Credit is subject to status and credit assessments by the lender. Missed payments may affect your credit file, future borrowing and incur fees.

Michael Bateson t/a Kudos Kitchens is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, under FCA number: 1016750. We act as a credit broker, not a lender. We work with a number of carefully selected credit providers who may be able to offer you finance for your purchase. (Written quotation available upon request). Whichever lender we introduce you to, we will typically receive commission from them (either a fixed fee or a fixed percentage of the amount you borrow), and this may or may not affect the total amount repayable. The lender will disclose this information before you enter into an agreement, which only occurs with your express consent. The lenders we work with could pay commission at different rates, and you will be notified of the amount we are paid before completion. All finance is subject to status and income. Terms and conditions apply. Applicants must be 18 years or over. We are only able to offer finance products from these providers. As we are a credit broker and have a commercial relationship with the lender, the introduction we make is not impartial, but we will make introductions in line with your needs, subject to your circumstances. Michael Bateson t/a Kudos Kitchens are registered with the Information Commissioners Office under registration number: ZB713083.