rear extension - open plan living space

case study - worked example - who, what, where, when and why

Creative spaces and deliverable contracts with a time, cost, and quality balance

new build rear extension... looking at open or broken plan solutions to make the most of the family space

We were approached and the client's like many people had a feel for what was wrong but not an immediate direction on which way to go or about making things right.

Honestly - this is a good time to bring us in... we advise you to keep an open mind at the early stages of design and we encourage your input -  let's explore options together. We are here mainly to listen in the first instance - then show you how to unlock the potential of your family home.

We know it's your home and we know it's your project - think of us as your coach through the process of design, build and management.

We scanned the home, worked up some ideas and began by looking at what space was already there in terms of alterations that could be made.  Internal alterations are very cost efficient - even drastic structural changes can be more effective and cheaper than new build costs.

We are not here to stop you extending, just to make sure that internal alterations are fully explored in relation to building new. That way your money goes further and the result is greatly enhanced.
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BEFORE ...during the initial scanning process we identify key views we then will use these to explain and discuss design direction as the project unfolds
living area
AFTER ... a work in progress image - stage 1 review - this is a camera matched proposal where we show what design changes will look like when completed - at each review the client gets to see and comment upon the way the project is coming along - we then adapt and react with new or adjusted proposals - design is an iterative process.
dining
explainer illustrations ...sketches vary by project - this is an example of a drawing where we are looking at alternate roof shapes, types and heights and of course if a single rooflight or indeed any rooflights at all are required... its important that drawings illustrate the right information at the right time to the right people...
living room
here is a worked example with the client on a single flat glass rooflight with an increased rear wall glazing height...
dining
we look at the spaces being created from key selected views - this gives a uniformity to the comparison progress as we try alternatives... heights, types etc

Stage 0 - design direction
Stage 1 - planning level submission

Each stage builds detail and cost surety based upon the proceeding stage works...

Visualisation especially at the outset gets everyone on the same page!

Working up interiors helps place furniture and activities relevant to the space we are creating - no small challenge!

We want you to understand the 'land grab' with extending that you are making and what cost impact this has - as long as the areas are needed and you know how the spaces flow through the house then the expense is justified.

Internal alterations focus on real estate you have already invested heavily in as a family - why not take time to make sure you are making the most of what you already have.

We're happy to talk through requirements with you and help where we can. It's a collaborative process and we make it fun!

Regards

Jamie Robertson, Architect
07771577771
jamie@7designbuild.com

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