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Expert kitchen renovation services in Streatham, SW16. Trusted by homeowners across London Borough of Lambeth.
Streatham's Victorian and Edwardian houses offer excellent opportunities for kitchen renovation. The area's spacious family homes—found along Leigham Court Road, Streatham Common North, and the streets around Streatham High Road—typically have rear kitchens that are ripe for modernisation and expansion. SOM Development helps Streatham homeowners create kitchens that match their aspirations.
The Edwardian properties around Streatham Common are particularly generous, with wide rear elevations that support substantial kitchen extensions. We design these as true family rooms—large enough for a full-size dining table, a kitchen island, and comfortable seating, with wide glazed doors opening onto the garden. The result is a ground floor that flows seamlessly from front reception to kitchen to outdoor space.
For the Victorian terraces along Leigham Court Road and Streatham Hill, we focus on maximising light and efficiency within more compact footprints. Side-return extensions, structural knock-throughs, and carefully planned storage ensure every inch works hard. Rooflights and rear glazing transform previously dark kitchens into bright, welcoming spaces.
Streatham spans the boroughs of Lambeth and Wandsworth, and we are experienced with both councils' planning and building control processes. Our project managers handle all submissions, inspections, and certifications, allowing you to focus on enjoying the design process.
Streatham is a large, diverse neighbourhood stretching along the A23 corridor in SW16. The housing stock includes substantial Edwardian houses around Streatham Common, Victorian terraces along the Hill and High Road, and inter-war semi-detached properties further south. The area's relative affordability and generous house sizes attract families looking for space and value.
Kitchen renovation is one of the most impactful improvements in Streatham, where many properties still have their original cramped layouts. A modern open-plan kitchen transforms daily life and significantly increases the property's market appeal.
“SOM extended our Edwardian kitchen on Streatham Common North by five metres into the garden. We now have a kitchen-diner that seats twelve, a huge island, and the most beautiful crittal doors. It is honestly the best room in the house. Worth every penny.”
Alastair & Preethi W.
Streatham Common, Streatham
Three simple steps to your new kitchen renovation in Streatham.
We visit your home, understand your vision, and create a detailed design plan for your new kitchen.
Receive a comprehensive, no-obligation quote covering all labour, materials, and timelines.
Our skilled team transforms your kitchen with meticulous attention to detail and minimal disruption.
The boundary runs roughly along Streatham Common and Tooting Bec Road. Properties to the north and east are typically in Lambeth, while those to the south and west may be in Wandsworth. We check your specific address and manage the correct council's process.
Under permitted development, you can typically extend 3 metres (terraced) to 4 metres (detached) for a single-storey rear extension. Larger extensions up to 6 metres may be possible under the prior approval process. We advise on the maximum achievable for your property.
Yes, provided the room dimensions allow adequate circulation space around the island. A side-return extension often provides the additional width needed to accommodate a practical island unit with seating, storage, and integrated appliances.
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