Instead of building to the side or back of your home, why not gain extra space by building down? Our renovation of a large Neo-Georgian detached property in Templewood Avenue included two single-storey extensions on the ground floor. But, in paying respect to the architectural setting, the majority of the project actually centred below what your eye can see – with the expansion and refurbishment of the basement area.
Image: Cotman Close at Hampstead Garden Suburb, courtesy HGS Trust
When you’re creating your dream home, working with local architects can be particularly advantageous. As well as having an in-depth knowledge of building methods and regulations, and a range of creative and innovative design ideas, local architects tend to also be more familiar with your specific area and location.
Light can have a profound effect on our wellbeing, but it’s something that many of us are lacking in small London homes. As a lot of us work and live indoors, we simply aren’t able to spend a significant amount of time outdoors soaking up that vitamin D. In addition to this, poor internal light conditions mean we don’t get the benefits associated with good lighting. As a result, your wellbeing can suffer and you may not even realise why.
If you’re thinking about embarking on your own architectural project – whether that be a new home, extension or period renovation – you might be considering hiring a residential architect. With a whole host of expertise and experience to light the way, residential architects like XUL Architecture can input fresh, innovative design ideas, guide and support you through planning, and help you with managing the build.
Dating back to the 14th century, the Manor of Belsize was the starting point for the area that we now know as Belsize Park. Originally a division of the Manor of Hampstead, the area was mainly comprised of farmland and pastures, which surrounded the manor house.
Hampstead in London is home to many historic buildings from the Edwardian era. These buildings are known for their larger hallways, detailed gardens, and a blend of different architectural styles, like Baroque and Georgian. The Edwardian style came into fashion due to the rapid population growth in London during the early 1900s.
The rear house extension is among the most prevalent methods for adding valuable space to your residence. Even when planning permissions seem elusive, don’t lose hope; alternatives abound for achieving your dream home, especially with rear house extensions.
After much consultations and brainstorming with the staff, parents and children of King Alfred School, the moment has arrived! We have agreed on a brilliant design concept which everybody is happy with – The building phase has now begun.
To celebrate XUL’s 10 Year anniversary we spent 2 days out of the office to mark the occasion.