Highlands and Islands
Wraparound extensions in the Highlands and Islands
An L-shaped extension that fills the side return and runs across the back. Rear extensions in the Highlands and Islands: we cover 5 towns including Inverness, Elgin and Nairn, with design, approvals and the build under one contract.
Island and remote addresses in the Highlands and Islands are by arrangement: we confirm whether we can take the job, and agree any travel costs, before the first visit.
Wraparounds are the natural next step for the end-of-terrace and Victorian houses in the Highlands and Islands where a side return alone would leave the room too narrow. Traditional stone houses sit alongside modern bungalows and timber-frame homes around the Highlands and Islands. A lighter, contrasting addition at the back often suits older stone houses better than trying to copy the walling.
How much does a wraparound extension cost in the Highlands and Islands?
Guide prices for a wraparound extension in the Highlands and Islands start from our Scotland rate of £2,090–£3,420 per square metre, including VAT. Prices in Scotland sit a little below our West Midlands baseline; building warrant fees and drawings are budgeted separately.
| Size | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| L-shaped, about 22 m² of new floor | £46,000–£75,000 |
| L-shaped, about 30 m² of new floor | £62,500–£102,500 |
Your written price follows a measured survey and an agreed design, so it reflects your house, not an average.
Do you need planning permission in the Highlands and Islands?
Scottish householder rights treat the side part of a wraparound or side infill more strictly than a plain rear extension, so most need planning permission, and all need a building warrant.
There is no Party Wall Act in Scotland; neighbour matters are handled through the title deeds, common law and written agreement before work starts.
Classes 1A and 1B do not apply in conservation areas, and listed buildings need listed building consent.
Where in the Highlands and Islands do we work?
FAQ
Questions people ask
Does a wraparound need planning permission?
Often yes, because the side and rear parts are judged together. Some fit within permitted development; we check before drawing.
How long does a wraparound take?
Usually 14 to 20 weeks on site, longer than a plain rear extension because of the steelwork.
Can the corner be all glass?
Yes, with a steel or aluminium post or a structural glass corner. It needs careful thermal detailing to meet Building Regulations.
Do you cover all of the Highlands and Islands?
We cover 5 towns and districts in the Highlands and Islands, including Inverness, Elgin and Nairn. Remote and island addresses are by arrangement.
Who builds the extension?
Vetted building teams working under contract to us; your contract is with S&K Property Investments and Improvement Ltd.