Design & build in Notting Hill
MVV is a high-end design and build contractor working across Notting Hill and the wider W10 and W11 area. We help homeowners here plan and deliver extensions, loft conversions, full refurbishments and bespoke joinery, taking a project from first ideas through design and on to a finished home, with one team responsible throughout. Notting Hill is a demanding place to build well. Much of its housing is period and a good deal of it sits within conservation areas, so the work calls for care, patience and respect for the existing fabric. We approach every project here with that in mind, balancing the character of the original building with the way people want to live today.
The local housing and what it needs
Notting Hill is known for its stucco-fronted terraces, Victorian townhouses and converted period homes, many on quiet garden squares and tree-lined streets. These houses were built to a high standard, but they often need thoughtful work to open up the lower floors, add light, convert a loft or extend at the rear without losing what makes them special.
Work on this kind of property rewards attention to detail. Original cornicing, sash windows, fireplaces and floors are worth preserving, and new work should sit comfortably alongside them. Our design and build approach lets us consider the structure, the services and the finishes together, so the result feels considered rather than bolted on.
The MVV approach
As a design and build contractor, we bring design and construction under one roof. That means a single point of responsibility from the early drawings through to handover, fewer gaps between the people who design and the people who build, and clearer communication for you throughout.
We cover house extensions, loft conversions, full home refurbishments, listed-building and period-property work, bespoke joinery and kitchen renovations. Our head office is in Chiswick, a short distance from Notting Hill, and we carry public liability cover of up to ten million pounds, which matters on busy residential streets where neighbours and shared boundaries are close at hand.
Local projects
We have worked in the W10 part of Notting Hill on two contrasting projects. On Golborne Road we delivered Kiez, a Berlin-inspired doner kebabery, fitting out the thirty-cover restaurant end to end, from the stainless steel servery and kitchen through to a moody, design-led dining room.
Nearby on Ladbroke Grove we carried out a design and build loft conversion, adding an extra storey alongside a full refurbishment to create a stylish, functional living space that made the most of both space and value. Between them, these projects show the range we bring to homes and commercial spaces in the area.
Our work in Notting Hill
What we do in Notting Hill
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need permission to work on a period home in Notting Hill?
- It depends on the property and the work. Many homes here sit within conservation areas, and some are listed, which can affect what you can change and how. Loft conversions and rear extensions may need planning permission or may fall under permitted development, and listed buildings need separate consent. We assess this early so you know where you stand before committing to a design.
- What does working in a conservation area mean for my project?
- Conservation area status is there to protect the character of the streets and buildings. In practice it can mean more attention to materials, windows, rooflines and front elevations, and sometimes restrictions on what is visible from the street. We design with these considerations in mind from the outset, so the proposals respect the setting and stand a better chance through the approvals process.
- How long does a typical extension, loft conversion or refurbishment take?
- Timelines vary with the size and complexity of the work, the condition of the existing building, and any permissions required. A loft conversion is usually quicker than a full refurbishment, while listed or heavily altered period homes can take longer. As a design and build contractor we give you a realistic programme once the scope and design are settled, and we keep you updated as the work progresses.
- How do you limit disruption to me and my neighbours?
- Notting Hill streets are close-knit, with shared boundaries, parking pressure and limited access in places. We plan deliveries, storage and site logistics carefully, keep the site tidy and secure, and stay mindful of neighbours throughout. Our public liability cover of up to ten million pounds gives added reassurance while work is under way.