— Richmond upon Thames · TW9 · TW10
Property refurbishment in Richmond upon Thames.
Period restorations, kitchen extensions, loft conversions and full house refurbishments — Richmond, Kew, Petersham, East Sheen, Ham and Mortlake. Two decades of experience across South and West London.
Richmond is one of our main markets. Victorian and Edwardian villas around Richmond Hill, riverside apartments along the Thames, Georgian terraces in Petersham, family homes in East Sheen and Kew Gardens — we’ve worked with every type of property across TW9, TW10 and surrounding postcodes. Conservation areas, Article 4 directions, Royal Botanic Gardens setting — we know the constraints.
— What we do in Richmond
The renovations we deliver across Richmond.
Period restorations and Victorian refurbishments
Richmond Hill, Petersham, and parts of East Sheen are densely populated with Victorian and Edwardian villas — many with period plaster cornices, original mosaic floors, cast iron fireplaces, and stained glass worth preserving. We restore rather than replace where it makes sense, and rebuild from scratch where it doesn’t. See full property refurbishment service for tiered pricing.
Kitchen extensions with garden views
Richmond’s terraced and semi-detached homes typically have generous rear gardens — perfect for side-return and rear extensions opening to landscaped outdoor space. Open-plan kitchen-diners with bi-fold or sliding doors, structural steel where needed, roof lanterns where planning allows. See extensions and loft conversion services.
Loft conversions
Dormer, hip-to-gable and Mansard conversions across Richmond’s terraces and semis. Conservation areas (Kew Gardens, Petersham, Richmond Green) and Article 4 directions in some streets affect what’s permitted — we check before quoting. Full Building Regs compliance, sound insulation between floors, properly designed staircases. See loft conversion services.
Luxury bathrooms and ensuites
Walk-in wet rooms, freestanding stone baths, marble tiling, underfloor heating, brushed brass fittings. Period bathrooms restored to spa quality, or modern minimalist installations in newer properties. See bathroom renovation gallery.
Full house refurbishments
Complete refurbishments of four and five-bedroom Richmond family homes — full rewire, replaster, new kitchen and bathrooms, structural reconfiguration, bespoke joinery, period features restored, modern services integrated invisibly. Typical project 16-28 weeks. See property refurbishment service.
— Costs
Renovation costs in Richmond upon Thames.
Honest ranges based on recent Richmond, Kew and Petersham projects. Richmond is a high-spec market — most clients choose premium finishes, bespoke joinery, and full structural work. Conservation area constraints can affect budget where bespoke materials are required to match heritage character.
| Project type | Range | Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| Luxury bathroom | £12,000 – £35,000+ | 4-7 weeks |
| Kitchen renovation | £25,000 – £80,000+ | 6-12 weeks |
| Loft conversion | £60,000 – £140,000 | 10-16 weeks |
| Rear / side extension | £80,000 – £200,000 | 4-8 months |
| Full house refurbishment | £150,000 – £500,000+ | 16-28 weeks |
Prices exclude VAT, architect, structural engineer and council fees. Conservation area applications and Article 4 checks handled by our trusted partners. Detailed fixed-price quote within 48 hours.
→ See our full pricing guide for South London renovations
— Planning in Richmond
Conservation areas, Article 4, Richmond Council.
Richmond upon Thames is one of London’s most heavily protected boroughs from a planning perspective. London Borough of Richmond upon Thames Council operates extensive conservation areas covering Richmond Hill, Richmond Green, Petersham, Ham, Kew Gardens, Mortlake and East Sheen.
Article 4 directions apply in many Richmond streets, meaning extensions and alterations that would normally fall under permitted development require full planning permission. Common restrictions: front elevation alterations, side-facing windows, roof extensions visible from the highway, satellite dishes, hard surfacing to front gardens.
Listed buildings are common around Richmond Green and the riverside — Grade II listings require Listed Building Consent for any alterations affecting character. We work with conservation officers and heritage consultants from the start of any listed-building project.
We check planning constraints during the initial site visit — saves clients from designing something that won’t get approved.
— Why LMDEC
Why Richmond homeowners choose us.
Conservation and heritage experience. Two decades of working with Victorian and Edwardian properties across South and West London. We know the difference between restoration and replacement — what’s worth saving, what’s worth rebuilding, and where modern services can be integrated invisibly into period homes.
All trades in-house. Bricklaying, carpentry, joinery, plumbing, gas, electrics, plastering, kitchens, bathrooms, flooring, decoration — every trade your project needs is on our team. One project manager from start to finish. No “the plasterer is waiting for the sparky” delays.
Trusted planning and architectural partners. Richmond projects often need a planning consultant, structural engineer, heritage consultant, and architect working alongside the builder. We have a network of trusted local specialists, or we’ll work seamlessly alongside your own team.
£2 million Public Liability insurance, two-year workmanship warranty, six-month return visit included. All gas work carried out by individually qualified Gas Safe registered subcontractors; all electrical work by individually qualified NICEIC certified subcontractors. Registration numbers available on request for verification before work starts. Forty-three verified five-star reviews on Google, Trustindex and Yell.
— Common questions
Frequently asked.
Do you work across all of Richmond upon Thames?
Yes. We work regularly across TW9, TW10, SW13 and SW14 postcodes — Richmond town, Richmond Hill, Petersham, Ham, Kew, Kew Gardens, North Sheen, East Sheen, Mortlake, Barnes, and surrounding areas.
Do I need planning permission for an extension in Richmond?
Richmond has extensive conservation areas and Article 4 directions, which remove many permitted development rights. Most extensions, loft conversions and external alterations require full planning permission through London Borough of Richmond upon Thames Council. We check your specific property’s planning history at the initial site visit, before any commitment.
Do you work on listed buildings in Richmond?
Yes. We’ve worked on Grade II listed properties across South London — these require Listed Building Consent in addition to (or instead of) planning permission. We work with heritage consultants from the start of any listed-building project to ensure compliance and protect what matters.
How long does a Richmond kitchen extension take?
Typically 12-20 weeks on site for a single-storey rear extension with a new kitchen. Add 12-24 weeks before that for design, planning permission, and Building Regs drawings — longer than non-conservation areas because Richmond Council typically requires more detailed submissions.
Can I stay in the house during the build?
For loft conversions and most rear extensions, yes — we seal off the work area, manage dust, keep services running. Full house refurbishments usually mean kitchen and bathrooms are out of action for weeks — many Richmond clients arrange short rentals or stay with family. We’ll be honest at the quote stage about what’s realistic.
— Also serving
South London renovations beyond Richmond.
We work across South and West London — every postcode has different planning rules, building stock, and architectural character.
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— Ready to start
Let’s talk about your Richmond project.
Free site visit and detailed fixed-price quote within 48 hours. Conservation area or new build, listed building or modern townhouse — we’ll quote any scope.