Are you thinking about extending your home in Chelmsford, Billericay, Brentwood, or anywhere in Essex?
Many homeowners are choosing to stay and improve rather than move, and a well-planned home extension can completely transform the way you live. But before you start calling builders or browsing Pinterest boards, it’s important to understand what really goes into a successful project.
At Connor Ferris Architects (CFA), we help homeowners across Essex turn ideas into practical, elegant extensions that add long-term value. To share our expertise, we’re hosting a free live webinar:
“Think Like an Architect: How to Plan Your Home Extension.”
Date: Saturday, 6 December 2025
Time: 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM
Location: Online (via Zoom)
Tickets: Free – Register on Eventbrite
Why It Pays to Think Like an Architect
A great extension doesn’t start with drawings or bricks it starts with strategy. Understanding how architects approach space, structure, and planning helps you make informed decisions and avoid costly mistakes.
Our Lead Architect, Connor Ferris Smith, will guide homeowners through the essentials: how to get started, what permissions you may need, and how to design a space that truly works for your lifestyle.
What You’ll Learn
- Is your home suitable for an extension?
Discover how plot layout, access, and existing structure affect what’s possible. - Permitted Development vs Planning Permission
Understand when you can build without formal approval and when a full planning application is required. - Designing for light, flow, and proportion
Learn how glazing, orientation, and ceiling height can make even modest extensions feel spacious. - Budget planning and cost awareness
Get practical advice on setting realistic budgets and avoiding the hidden costs that trip up many projects. - Adding long-term value
Find out which design decisions improve property value in Chelmsford and across Essex.
The session finishes with a live Q&A, giving you the chance to ask Connor about your own project ideas.
Why Essex Homeowners Are Choosing to Extend
From period terraces in Chelmsford to detached family homes in Brentwood, many Essex properties offer strong potential for extension. Rising property prices and planning flexibility make extending one of the most cost-effective ways to create more space while staying in the neighbourhood you love.
Popular local projects include:
- Open-plan kitchen and dining extensions
- Loft conversions for extra bedrooms
- Garden rooms and studios for remote work
- Side or rear extensions to modernise traditional homes
With the guidance of an experienced architect, these projects not only enhance day-to-day living but also increase your home’s market appeal.
Free Download: CFA Home Extension Guidebook
Every attendee will receive our CFA Home Extension Planning Checklist a step-by-step guide covering:
- Planning and design stages
- Site and layout considerations
- Budget structure
- Materials and sustainability tips
It’s the ideal starting point for anyone looking to extend in the next 12 months.
About Connor Ferris Architects
Connor Ferris Architects is a Chelmsford-based practice specialising in home extensions, renovations, and bespoke new builds throughout Essex and the South East.
We combine creativity with technical expertise to deliver designs that are functional, sustainable, and timeless.
Our team works closely with local authorities including Chelmsford City Council, Brentwood Borough Council, and Braintree District Council, managing everything from early feasibility to planning applications and on-site coordination.
Explore our portfolio at www.connorferrisarchitects.com.
Event Details
Event: Think Like an Architect – How to Plan Your Home Extension
Date: Saturday, 6 December 2025
Time: 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM
Location: Online (Zoom link provided after registration)
Tickets: Free
