Morning Francesca, There really are a lot of decisions specific to each property that can affect the cost. We are Architects in Wandsworth, and can impartially advise on the potential opportunities and likely costs that properties can enjoy. Wrap around and side return extensions add so much amazing...
A good loft conversion should be designed to feel as if it belongs to the house, be it modern or traditional . So many times we see properties where the loft looks and feels like a bolt on, with awkwardly fitted stair (narrow, lots of winders, non-matching spindles etc), compromised head room etc. B...
re my last comment - i appreciate probably best to not name names on such a forum so please ignore my last comment. With any ARB/RIBA Architect I am disappointed to hear you felt it was a waste of time. You could have addressed your concerns to the ARB/RIBA if they performed that badly.
Just picking up on 'delsh' comment that the architect route was a waste of time. I would be interested to know who you used as never good to hear negative feedback on my own profession.
Please get your design and layout sorted first, using a Professional Design Team (Architect, Engineer). at this stage you should be informed of all constraints and options to maximise the quality of the space, and the ROI. you are in control. only then should you consider taking your project to buil...
you should be able to find some on line. equally lambeth should be able to recommend some. hopefully you havent started on site, as you may need to beef up spec of insulation in roof/walls etc to compensate. you will need to know what glazing spec you are having etc. they can be slow, and need quite...
many clients we are approached by are totally unaware of the difference between Architect and Architectural Designer. An Architect is skilled to advise clients on the whole process, including (importantly) contract selection and valuations throughout the build. so many people put all their eggs in o...
many clients we are approached by are totally unaware of the difference between Architect and Architectural Designer. An Architect is skilled to advise clients on the whole process, including (importantly) contract selection and valuations throughout the build. so many people put all their eggs in o...
get the design you want, not the design, programme and contract that best suits the builder. using an architect unquestionably allows you to make the decisions with all pieces of the jigsaw in your control. we are architects - and we are lucky to work on some lofts that the usual large loft companie...
get the design you want, not the design, programme and contract that best suits the builder. using an architect unquestionably allows you to make the decisions with all pieces of the jigsaw in your control. we are architects - and we are lucky to work on some lofts that the usual large loft companie...
We have positive experience working in lambeth and wandsworth conservation areas creating exciting and challenging architecture.
We are an RIBA chartered practice. I would be happy to see if we could help. Www.atelierdb.com
We have positive experience working in lambeth and wandsworth conservation areas creating exciting and challenging architecture.
We are an RIBA chartered practice. I would be happy to see if we could help. Www.atelierdb.com
hi, as architects we notify clients that this can be a good option to make the loft feel like a normal height space, especially when the existing ridge is not as high as we would like. You can raise the ridge approx 250mm so long as you do it in the same plane as the roof front (subject to planning ...
Some tips when considering bifold doors: - threshold: level thresholds look lovely. but always consider driving rain, orientation, prevailing winds, and those nice hot summer days when the kids are playing with buckets of water outside and oops....We would always inform clients of the benefits of ha...
