House Extensions
Gorgie
Expert house extension builders serving Gorgie, a characterful west-central Edinburgh neighbourhood with a strong local community. Luxor Developments delivers single storey, double storey, rear and side return extensions with exceptional craftsmanship and full planning support.
Extension Types in Gorgie
We deliver every type of house extension for Gorgie 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 Gorgie?
Gorgie's traditional tenements and stone-built terraced properties offer solid opportunities for rear extensions and comprehensive internal renovations. We have worked extensively across west Edinburgh and know the local planning requirements well. Our team brings deep local knowledge of Gorgie properties, Edinburgh planning requirements, and the specialist skills needed to extend homes in this area to the very highest standard.
What Gorgie Clients Say
“Luxor built a great rear extension at our Gorgie terraced house. They handled the planning and all the trades efficiently and the build quality is excellent. We now have the open plan kitchen diner we always wanted. Really pleased with the whole experience.”
“Our Gorgie kitchen is completely transformed. Luxor fitted bespoke units, a new worktop and integrated appliances to a very high standard. The team were tidy, professional and finished exactly on time. Wayne was great to deal with throughout.”
“Luxor renovated our Gorgie bathroom and the result is stunning. New tiles, rainfall shower and heated floors — all installed perfectly. The team were respectful and the finish quality is outstanding. Highly recommend for any Gorgie homeowner.”
Extension FAQs for Gorgie
Extension costs in Gorgie 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 Gorgie 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 Gorgie property.
Yes — the vast majority of our Gorgie clients stay in their homes throughout construction. We create weatherproof barriers, maintain site access, and minimise disruption at every stage.
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