Project type: Domestic
Build cost: £310, 000
Location: Netheredge Conservation Area, Sheffield, S7
Client: Confidential
Contractor: Not used, Client managed trades directly
Status: Ongoing phased works, but nearly complete
Fees: Basic Package
Area cost: £1457 / m²
An old, dilapidated grand stone house was extended and upgraded to create a warm and comfortable home, fit for modern life in the 21st century. A streamlined, contemporary rear extension was added, with lots of glazing, to create a large, light filled, open plan Kitchen and Dining social space. This was coupled with extensive interior remodelling + major landscaping to improve all the accommodation throughout.
We worked closely with the clients to establish a more modern look for the rear extension, where we tried to complement the original building while ensuring the new design was bang up to date. This is an approach encouraged by SPAB – The Society for Protection of Ancient Buildings. SPAB’s approach is ‘Good new design to complement the old…’
Key design features are the slim frame, super wide sliding aluminium doors with wrap around corner glazing + dummy blanking panels + dark blue brick plinth + floating render margin + single ply membrane flat roof with tapered edge and large overhang – this helps with summertime overheating + also helps the thick, super insulated roof not look too clunky. Luxury German kitchen supplied and fitted by Square Kitchens.
The house is located in Netheredge Conservation Area, with an Article 4 Direction in place, which means all Permitted Development rights have been removed by the local authority. A pre-application planning enquiry was made at an early design stage to obtain feedback from the planners before proceeding fully with the design.
A challenging project that pushed the boundaries, we think the result is stunning and was well worth the extra effort from all involved.
Creative remodelling to form new internal layouts + difficult Planning Permission process + Building Regulations + structural co-ordination. Special thermal calculations were also required to ensure the large amounts of glass were permitted
“We have used Nathan’s services on a number of occasions and so instructing him for the work on our home was a no-brainer. Nathan provided a great service and delivered on the various commitments he made from the outset.
One of Nathan’s overriding strengths is his attention to detail which is of particular importance with design work. As well as all other areas, the final design for the extension definitely satisfied our brief.
We wanted a high-end contemporary design that complemented and contrasted the stone and period features of the existing building.
As we were project managing the building works ourselves, we also benefitted from Nathan’s contacts of highly recommended specialists.
Nathan provided regular updates regardless of whether we had requested this, which goes a long way to trusting everything is under control. Whilst self project management was successful, it was also time-consuming and so we would definitely consider Nathan’s project management services if taking on a similar project in the future.
We love the design of our new home which now works much better for our family life. We highly recommend Nathan’s services.”
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