A small, uninspiring plot with challenging constraints and poor orientation transformed into a desirable family home with basement that sold on the open market in excess of the asking price.
Our client, Houghton Homes, wanted to achieve a desirable 250m2 house on a small unattractive site, surrounded by residential dwellings and gardens. The accommodation was to include an open plan kitchen dining and family room, 4 bedrooms and a media room.
In order to avoid overbearing of adjacent properties a low roof line was required. This and the restrictions on footprint meant that we quickly concluded that the introduction of a basement was the only practical way of achieving the accommodation required. The height of the water table created a challenge in both the design and construction of the basement. A double tanking system was designed with a sump pump linked to an alarm that rings you should there be a problem with pump failure. The excavations required de-watering throughout the basement construction.
Services provided
- Concept designs
- Securing planning permission
- Obtaining building regulations
- Discharge of planning conditions
- Principal designer duties (CDM 2015)
- Preparation of a working drawing package
- Monitoring build quality and guidance on site
- Completion on site
I have dealt with Gary Johns Architects since 2013, during which time they have provided my business with excellent design and service. Their most recent project for me included a basement which was very technical. Their work and design of this property was a major factor in it selling within 3 days of it going on the market in excess of the guide price. I can confidently recommend Gary Johns Architects as a solid and reliable practice, and experts in their field.
