Projects
Our past, present and future projects
Tow Law, Co. Durham
6 Self Build Executive Properties and Listed Building Conversion
A plot was acquired adjacent to a new estate and the main road running through Tow Law. The brief was to establish up to 6 large dwellings fronting the main road whilst preserving the character of the Grade II Listed Auction Mart. Planing permission was achieved through the use of design code to help steer the self builders to create properties with a unified theme but individual character whilst maintaining the character and setting of the Listed building.
The Listed Auction Mart was a challenge as it was decaying, had bats and was not conducive to modern living but a solution was found that sensitively integrated a garage and everything required for a 21st century house. Open plan ground floor with mezzanine above for bedroom spaces.
Hurworth, Darlington
House remodel
A remodel of an outdated bungalow. The client wanted more space, and more kerb appeal. The local area had a standard design so deviation too far from the norm was not possible but the end result worked well and enhances the property no end whilst providing the client enough room for his growing family and future needs.
Ormesby, Redcar and Cleveland
Rebuild
Client had a large plot of land with a small, substandard house. A full redesign with significant extension was required. The site was in an area where development is normally resisted by the Local Planning Authority so a lot of effort went into the justification of the scheme
Marske, Redcar and Cleveland
Removal of Horticultural Tie & Enforcement Challenge
A former nurseries was failing to sell owing to a horticultural tie but the use had ceased many years ago. An application was submitted to remove the tie and allow normal occupancy but was met with resistance from the Council and they decided to serve a Breach of Condition Notice and Enforcement Notice; not the done thing when an application has been submitted to regularise the situation and the serving of both notices showed a lack of understanding on their part. The notices were subsequently appealed, the Council backed down and the permission for the removal of the tie was issued.
Hartburn, Stockton
New house in garden
A sizeable residence required an additional house in the garden. Separation distance, landscaping and design were all balanced to create new house that fit perfectly within the local context.
Middleton, Darlington
Rear Extension
A detached bungalow in need of additional space. Original idea of side extension would block out too much light and result in a narrow unusable space; a rear extension replacing one of the garages was the next best fit so a variety of designs are proposed to see which would appeal he most to the client.
Thornaby, Stockton
Four houses
Vacant plot of land with good access and services. Client wants to maximise potential of site so planning permission will be submitted in November 2016 for between 4-6 dwellings.
Barmpton, Darlington
Four houses
Two rear extensions on the rear of a partially Listed barn conversion. Several concepts prepared to see what would work best for the client. Interesting project with high quality at its heart.
Norton, Stockton
Four houses
Listed building in need of modernisation and innovative solutions. The Local Planning Department are resistant to change but discussions are progressing to enable the property to be extraordinary.
Woodnesborough, Dover
Four houses
Expansive grounds of a stately house to undergo a change of use to allow the keeping of horses. Existing barn to be renovated to provide stabling.
Upcoming Projects
Guisborough
Chalet Complex
Rural setting in walking country. Proposal will involve a number of chalets and central hub.
Eston
Development of 16 Dwellings
Scheme for the erection of 16 dwellings on a parcel of scrub land close to the town centre.
