Ovington Terrace – York

Project Overview

Our long‑time client, Luke Chamberlain, contacted us to provide a quote for a rear extension at his home on Ovington Terrace. During our initial meeting, he mentioned that his neighbour, Jenny, was also considering a similar extension. After discussing the details with both households, we suggested a combined approach: constructing both extensions at the same time.

Why a Combined Build Made Sense

Building the two extensions together offered several advantages:

Shared party wall – reducing overall construction costs for both clients

Larger usable extension footprint – by coordinating the layout and structure

Less disruption – one construction period instead of two separate builds

Improved efficiency – streamlined planning, materials, and labour

Both Luke and Jenny agreed that this approach would give them better value and a stronger final result, so we put plans in motion.

Our Role

We handled the full process from start to finish, including:

Site assessment and design discussions

Coordinating plans for both properties

Managing building regulations and approvals

Constructing both rear extensions simultaneously

Ensuring tidy, respectful work throughout the project

Outcome

The dual extension build was completed smoothly, on schedule, and with excellent results for both neighbours. By working together, Luke and Jenny gained spacious, modern rear extensions while saving money and reducing disruption — a great example of how smart planning can benefit everyone involve

Client Testimonial

Luke Chamberlain

“We’ve used Lee for years, so we knew the extension would be in safe hands. When he suggested coordinating the build with our neighbour, it made perfect sense — it saved us money and the whole process was much smoother than we expected. The workmanship is spot on and the new space has completely transformed our home.”

Jenny

“I wasn’t sure where to start with planning an extension, but Lee made everything straightforward from day one. Teaming up with Luke for the shared wall was a brilliant idea and the results speak for themselves. Professional, tidy, and genuinely easy to work with.”