'from concept to completion'

Project Description
The project consists of an existing 18th century timber framed building, with existing extensions that were in a poor state of repair.

The Brief
The client requested that the anexes be removed and a timber frame barn extension with double height volumes to the lounge areas with exposed oak rafters

Concept
The scheme was conceptualised despite adverse planning reactions at the Local Authority.

Planning & Conservation Area Applications
Planning was submitted and the decision was given in favour of acceptance, after careful negotiation by ADC.

Building Control
This was achieved after submission

Detailed Design/Specifications
A full set of documents were established, every detail was drawn to a scale of 1:5, all other disciplines; structural, electrical and mechanical, were co-ordinated on the "CADD Microstation" software drawing package. Special lime mortars were specified to the support structure to allow for the flexing of the structural frame.

Tendering/Tender Report/Contractor Appointment
All documentation was created for the contractor to prepare costings for review, negotiation and client acceptance.

On Site Inspection
A vital part of the process, time was spent liaising with the contractor, client and building control officers, over a period of 8 months, to ensure quality control, high standards and an acceptable finish. Snagging and defects lists were prepared, which the contractor actioned to create the desired finish and affect that the client expects.