Refurb & Restore - Issue 08 2018

Issue 08 2017 £3.95

35HP / Joeb Moore & Partners Cover Image - The renovation/addition of this Tudor style residence links the home to its exterior by adding light filled program and circulation.

Photography Courtesy Of David Sundberg / ESTO, Dorothy Hong

Contents

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In this issue..

Cubby Office The line dividing work and personal life are getting blurry in this age of technology, and it’s no exception for architects.

BLACK BOX II BLACK BOX II is the latest in a series of tiny additions impacting existing architecture in a big way.

Patio House In Velp, the Netherlands, a sustainable refurbishment and extension of a dilapidated 1950s villa has recently been completed.

More Mews From a drafty two-bedroom mews house with ramshackle garage, SPA has created two flexible, light, airy and thermally efficient flats each with their own private outdoor space.

Eigent House Nestled in a high-end enclave at Kuala Lumpur, this bungalow is an ancestral residence that is home to a young family.

School Extension La Fontaine Inserted in a sensitive area occupied by long 1970s social housing blocks, the existing school distinguishes itself for its peripheral green fence, as if it is turning its back to the site.

O2 Studio Albergo Villa Marta, a hotel near Lucca in Tuscany, has on its land a Neo Gothic church from the XVIII century.

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The Department Store SQUIRE AND PARTNERS London based architects Squire and Partners purchased a dilapidated Edwardian department store in Brixton and entirely reimagined the space allowing the existing fabric and layers of history to inform the new design.

Collaborating with craftspeople and furniture makers, the restored building provides an exciting array of spaces for the various design disciplines within the practice.

Stripping the building back to its raw state revealed a decayed grandeur and an extraordinary commitment to craft and detail by the original artisans of the day. The practice sought to reveal

and highlight these elements – in their found state – as well as exposing remnants left by more recent inhabitants, whilst adding a series of sensitive contemporary interventions in order to repurpose the building as an inspiring modern workspace.

On the exterior, designs focussed on reversing years of neglect to reactivate the street level through animation and display.

Incrementally added shopfronts and layers of paint were removed to reveal original brickwork, stone, marble, and terracotta. A new rooftop level was added comprising

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a series of oak framed pavilions with copper shingle roofs, and a crafted glass dome to replace a dilapidated existing cupola.

At ground level, a striking reception area and active model shop animate the street, while a triple height void and central landscaped courtyard provide breathing space. Generous social and event spaces are at lower ground and the fourth floor, with workspaces on first to third floors supported by a series of meeting and breakout areas.

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www.squireandpartners.com Images: www.jamesjonesphotography.net (James Jones)

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Rockford Rockford is a stone distributor and fabricator based in Middlewich, Cheshire. We have a large stock holding of stone and porcelain tiles and paving ready for immediate despatch throughout the UK. We import stone from 27 different countries around the world, ensuring that our customers are getting the best prices and quality direct from the importer.

During the last 8 years we have built up our rapidly expanding fabrication department that utilises state of art CNC machinery, on site masons, CAD technicians and stone sourcing . We take on a wide variety of bespoke projects, and are really involved in every aspect of our industry.

We have been privileged to work with talented architects and designers on some of the most prestigious private homes, creating luxurious finishes including water jet cut marble floors, book matched marble, bespoke stone baths, exquisite fireplaces kitchens worktops and bathroom vanities.

Commercial street scaping is also a large aspect of what we do, having paved the streets of Manchester and

London with bespoke granite paving, benches, planters, steps etc... Our stone can be seen installed upon the vast roof terraces of Facebook's new head quarters, in Broadgate circle and we are currently in the process of working on London's third largest open air square St Helen's outside the famous Gherkin tower...to name but a few.

We have several teams of fitters and masons to suit very project, whether we are completing intricate internal work or architectural masonry.

We are also happy to offer a supply only service.

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Bathrooms & Kitchens

Local Charity Residents Given Level Access Showering Thanks To Marmox

As a manufacturer whose product range is synonymous with wet rooms and high specification bathrooms, Marmox has supplied ten of its specialist Showerstone level access trays for an apartment development in Newark. Consisting of 22 high specification dwellings for retirees on two floors where, on the ground floor the Marmox Showerstone trays were set within a screeded floor, while those upstairs have been installed into the timber joists to maintain level access. A spokesperson at Guy Taylor Associates added: “Sustainability was a major

criterion from the start and the properties were designed with this in mind and have achieved high scores in rating systems such as the Code for Sustainable Homes, Housing Quality Indicators and Lifetime Homes. All units feature full disabled access as well as flexible living spaces which can be customised to suit the needs of individual occupants and specifying the Marmox level access shower trays matched in perfectly with the accessibility requirements.” sales@marmox.co.uk www.marmox.co.uk

New Guidance On Washroom Legalities And Good Practice

By law (Equality Act 2010), venues need to make anticipatory ‘reasonable adjustments’ to the built environment to prevent disabled people being put at a ‘substantial’ disadvantagethat includes suitable toilets!

To help all involved in the decision-making process get it right, Closomat Britain’s leading provider of toilet solutions to restore dignity to people who need

help to ‘go to the loo’- has produced a new white paper. ‘Accessible Toilets, Washrooms & BathroomsThe Provisions Beyond Building Regulations Approved Document M’ explains why Approved Document M type toilets do NOT meet the needs of up to 14million people*, and outlines the relevant British Standards and guidelines for compliance. www.clos-o-mat.com

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Novellini, Europe’s leading manufacturer of shower enclosures and whirlpool baths, presents the new 2017 collections, the perfect combination of quality, style and design, proud to be Made in Italy.

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From left to right, Iotti furniture, Gala enclosure, Flag shower, Novosolid tray and Divina bath

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Eigent House FABIAN TAN ARCHITECT

Nestled in a high-end enclave at Kuala Lumpur, this bungalow is an ancestral residence that is home to a young family.

Their brief was to modernize the home while preserving its existing layout and form to conserve their familiarity and comfort.

activity areas were extended through the periphery via the creation of intermediary spaces such as timber decks and rock gardens. This transition aims to effortlessly connect the interior and the lush exterior garden.

Thus, existing spaces were streamlined while alterations create the impression of spontaneity and continuity. The main family

Openings were created in the double height volume dining area to create spaciousness by light and views. Serving as its nucleus, a large

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square window fitted with an automated glass screen projects a sublime painting of nature, in this case, an old majestic tree.

The private elevated pool was a later addition that also serves as the car porch below. Access to the pool is linked to the ground level via a sculptural spiral staircase and the family room on the first floor. This pristine white pool creates natural hues of blue, which further enhances its infinity effect and offers a view of the city’s skyline.

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Patio House Bloot Architecture In Velp, the Netherlands, a sustainable refurbishment and extension of a dilapidated 1950s villa has recently been completed. The villa is situated on the edge of National Park Veluwezoom, a nature reserve. The many small rooms of the original house have been reduced to a small amount of light and spacious spaces and a concrete extension with patio (atrium) was added to the house.

Although the various living spaces are in open connection with each other, the separate rooms retain their own intimate atmosphere. The patio, the restricted use of partition walls, the larger windows and passageways allow natural light to penetrate into the home and show the sightlines of the various interior and exterior spaces; this makes that the spaces flow smoothly from one into the other.

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The concrete beam in the façade of the original house still defines the characteristics of the villa.

Parallel with this beam is the underside of the new plant-covered concrete roof of the addition. The original concrete beam is only 2.3 meters high (from floor to underside of the beam), therefore the addition was partly built into the ground to create more height.

This way the addition lies sunken in the garden and blends naturally with the surroundings. The splitlevel provides playfulness to the house; you can sit on the low concrete wall of the extension part in the garden and partly inside the house. They also provide a subtle distinction between the different spaces.

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Originally called “A Touch of Brass”, the firm changed their name in 2003 in reaction to slowly advancing market changes in architectural ironmongery which is no longer supplied solely in brass, and to also reflect the broader range of products and finishes that they sell.

Touch occupy their recently refurbished showroom at 210 Fulham Road, Chelsea, where they display a vast range of their 5,000 products. With a customer base including Interior Designers, Builders and individuals who are interested in the top end of the Ironmongery market, Touch mainly supply to residential premises but hotel and office properties also contribute to their vast clientele.

In fact today, Touch can supply a wide range of finishes including Brass, Satin Brass, Polished Chrome, Satin Chrome, Polished Nickel, Satin Nickel, Copper, Bronze -solid and plated, BMA, Antique Brass, Black, Pewter, Ceramic, Leather, Stainless Steel, Satin Stainless Steel, Gun Metal, and the list keeps growing. Whatever finish you require, Touch can help you get the right look.

The company also have a healthy export market to all corners of the world, namely the Middle East, Europe and the Americas. Touch’s owner and founder, Bill Benham, has 33 years’ experience in the ironmongery trade, as do his colleagues Jim Haselup and Alan Blanchard. Saleem Qureshi is the newest member of our team and has 10 years’ experience, meaning their knowledge is unrivalled in this industry.

The range of products supplied by Touch date from circa 1640 French (Louise XIV) and cover all subsequent periods (Georgian, Edwardian & Victorian), art deco and contemporary pieces also make up the product ranges. In addition, Touch showcases the very best of British manufacturing; the best ranges are still produced in the Midlands by craftsmen in factories dating back 200 years or more. Touch also sell European manufactured goods which is considered to be of a very good quality and in recent years they have introduced some of the far eastern made products, albeit in a limited range but cost effective. With trends continuously evolving, new innovative products are constantly under development.

Touch understand that keeping up with the fashion-shifts is imperative in order to provide every customer with the best solution for their requirements.

Ironmongery can be a difficult and complicated aspect of a building project, as a result Touch aim to take this awkward aspect and make it user friendly and clear to understand by offering an on-site service where they carry out a detailed door by door, window by window, room by room Ironmongery schedule, highlighting all requirements and identifying any items that can be refurbished. Refurbishment is a large part of the business; Touch will undertake complete ironmongery refurbishment projects, and can restore old paint covered door furniture to their former glory, looking as new, at a fraction of the cost to replace.

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For more information about Touch Ironmongery or to arrange a showroom visit please call 0207 351 2255 or alternatively visit www.atouchofbrass.co.uk

Doors & Windows GARADOR ON TREND WITH ITS NEW CHARTWELL GREEN

A new look is about to hit our streets! Garador has introduced a new colour option on its steel Up & Over garage doors called Chartwell Green.

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As a new fashionable colour, Chartwell Green is on the ascent with increased demand for this soft subtle green to add elegance to properties ranging from bungalows to country houses.

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Chartwell Green is now commonly found among existing entrance door and window frame colours on many new build homes and refurbished properties too.

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ìChartwell Green has been used more and more on windows and doors in recent years, so it seemed like a logical decision to give our customers a garage door in a colour they could match to their existing windows and doors.î Garador has launched the new shade as a standard colour across all its Up & Over, Side Hinged and Personnel steel door ranges. The paint reference for this colour is Chartwell Green (BS 4800).

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The High Plain House ANDRÉS ARGUDO The high plains? When we visit the place, the visual impact of the landscape is what’s going to make the strongest impression in the development of the project, a landscape of mountains, a lake and a secluded forrest of pines. We can add a house made of adobe in the middle of the place, already previously reconstructed for the rest of its owner; these are the two main aspects to take into account in the evolution of this venture.

As we previously mentioned, and following the line of our client, one of the top priorities is to maintain the adobe base material with which the house was made, transforming it in a welcoming space for guests. And to this, we expect to integrate a resting place for families during the weekend.

From this, we start out with the functional scheme of a household. From a new place of

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rest with three comfortable bedrooms we’d turn it into a cozy suite-type home that excels from the typical home, using the landscape at its best.

How to generate an architectonic solution that mixes up together the old construction with a brand new modern structure, without having the adobe house lose its prime focus? This is where the idea of building the next step in a lower level comes from. Besides this, we consider the lot’s topographic, leaving its surface empty for it to turn into a terrace, this will become part of an old-fashioned social area that’s in no way going to diminish the landscape.

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To successfully achieve what’s planned, we are aiming at having the new construction as open as it can be, having the vast majority of the facade made of glass, taking full advantage of the landscape. Nevertheless, it was of the utmost importance to take into account that, because of the location of the project, camera glasses and floor with its own heating system to preserve the warmth on the inside of the house.

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Project: Mechelen Belgium Restaurant Material: EQUITONE [materia] Architect: K Reubens & M Muylaert (Bonheiden)

Project: Ashton-Under-Lyne Sixth Form College Material: EQUITONE [tectiva] Architect: GA Studio

Project: Smith Pavilion, Clerkenwell Material: EQUITONE [linea] Architect: Studio Weave

Project: University of York Material: EQUITONE [natura] Architect: BDP

EQUITONE: EVOKING THE NATURAL BEAUTY OF FIBRE CEMENT EQUITONE is a through-coloured facade material designed by and for architects. The material’s versatility provides architects with the ability to bring inspirational designs to life.

Due to the nature and range of the materials, fibre cement suits both modern and traditional schemes - from private commercial properties, to public centre facilities – and is the ideal choice for both new builds and refurbishments.

Constructing beauty EQUITONE materials are created in large, flat panels, which can be cut and fabricated into a variety of shapes and sizes, enabling an architect to add intricate detail to the facade and create striking patterns in the exterior design. EQUITONE’s fibre cement materials are available in a range of through colours, offering an extensive palette of subtle and inspiring shades in a variety of textures and finishes.

Look and feel Although the overall look is important, the texture can make a big difference to the

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finish of a building too. EQUITONE materials are available in a range of finishes such as EQUITONE [linea], which is a great tool for architects who want to play with texture, light and shadow. Its unique 3D shape with routed lines gives a striking final effect, particularly when cut into unusual shapes.

EQUITONE’s most recent addition to the range, EQUITONE [materia], accentuates the beauty of fibre cement. The material encompasses the characteristics of cement whereas the fibres render its surface textured yet velvety. The ever-changing atmosphere gives the material natural subtle shade variations.

Working with the environment Long lifespan is a key factor when specifying cladding materials – fibre cement has a life expectancy of over 50 years and, at the end of its life, can be crushed and recycled. It also requires low maintenance, and additional finishes available on select materials, such as anti-graffiti coating helps prevent weathering in areas of heavy footfall or areas where the building has to withstand harsh elements.

In addition to environmental benefits of the material itself, EQUITONE helps to improve the thermal efficiency of a building. When installed, the air gap at the back of the panel protects the inner skin of the main building, acting as a rainscreen. In the summer, the ventilated facade has a cooling effect when outside temperatures are high.

Flexibility in fixings Depending on an architect’s vision, EQUITONE can be fitted using secret fix when a smooth surface is required, or using a range of face fix systems to achieve the desired aesthetic.

Commenting on the use of EQUITONE [tectiva] for a public-sector building, Ajay Chauhan, architect at CPMG said: “We’re really pleased with the overall finish of the project.

EQUITONE [tectiva] was the ideal choice– it gave the aesthetic appearance we hoped for, was within budget and is fantastic quality.”

For more information about EQUITONE, visit www.equitone.co.uk

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The short flat weave pile (6mm) in premium-quality wool and cotton chenille makes then highly durable

and easy to maintain, while also being ideal for high-traffic areas but are thinner than most normal tufted wool rugs, making them perfect for putting under tables and chairs.

Starting at just £85 the range comes in 8 standard sizes and has many different colour variations. www.rugsdirect.co.uk offers customers a Price Promise, FREE UK Delivery, Easy Returns and over 10,000 rugs to choose from.

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Stair-rodsdirect www.Stair-rodsdirect.co.uk is a supplier of luxury carpet accessories. The Stair Rods are manufactured in the UK and come in a variety of finishes and finials to match any decor that you have created. They are cut to the specific length you require and are very simple to install and make the finishing touch to an elegant stair case. Suitable for domestic homes, commercial venues, stately homes or even

castles.

We also supply UK manufactured Door thresholds, which come in similar finishes, and can be fitted to any combination of surfaces. Stair rods and door thresholds can make the perfect finish to your new look.

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Timeless Venetian Interior Style Meets The Contemporary World

BluePrint showcase their newest porcelain terrazzo collection Solihull, West Midlands, October 6, 2017– Terrazzo styled flooring has never been so popular with ever increasing demand from designers and architects. Blueprint were keen to bring a collection to the marketplace that would satisfy the design requirements of our clients. ‘’I don’t think we have ever been asked for Terrazzo flooring quite so much, this is a trend that is on the up’’ Steph Peel Operations Director BluePrint are proud to showcase their newest range Poetry. Poetry is a collection that is derived from ancient venetian terrazzo influences. The collection promotes the concept of historic Italian craftmanship.

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The poetic love for material and age-old skills are echoed through this beautiful porcelain stoneware collection. The range firmly establishes itself as a contemporary classic whilst maintaining the virtues of tradition.

There is a sumptuous offering of shades from grey through to white, with high impact quartz effect fragments. We are also presented with an array of formats including a large 1200x1200mm option.

Terrazzo style floors truly offer endless possibilities. It is a brilliant design idea and can transform a space into something quite special. Whether the project be residential or commercial the terrazzo floor can become the highlight of the room.

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distributor of high quality tiles to commercial clients in the UK and internationally. We are a distributor and supplier of ceramic tiles, porcelain tiles, mosaic tiles and natural stone.

The team at BluePrint Ceramics have a wealth of experience as tile suppliers and distributors in the UK and have worked with architects, interior designers, contractors and property developers on an extensive project portfolio to date. We have supplied high quality tiles to organisations such as Hilton, Primark, Westfield London amongst additional high profile clients.

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Levato Mono Porcelain Paver system from The Deck Tile Co. - as recently installed at the new ‘superpub’ from JD Wetherspoon, Ramsgate.

The vast 750m2 wrap-around terrace has been covered with the Timeless range of timber effect porcelain ‘planks’, a most complimentary finish blending in with the coastal location and it’s wonderful sea view.

The pre-installation support of the team at The Deck Tile Co. and the preparatory work involved was an essential part of this project and has resulted in an excellent finished result.

With hurdles to overcome, such as multiple falls, facilitating the erection of signage struts and large static planters, the paver system has, due to it’s flexibility, meant that the terrace expanse was completed in under three weeks.

The use of the unique slope correcting/ height adjustable pedestals and retention system has enabled the creation of a stable, raised access ‘deck’ and when combined with the 20mm porcelain pavers - offers the user fine quality external flooring, with low level on-going maintenance costs and high slip resistance - to name just two of the key benefits of the Levato Mono Porcelain Paver

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Recently specified for external dining areas at various JD Wetherspoon establishments, London Zoo, Jamie’s Italian Brighton, Bristol Airport East terminal extension, and the new Portico Terrace at Theatre Royal Drury Lane, where Levato Mono sandstone effect paver ranges were considered so similar to natural sandstone material that is was sanctioned for use on a Grade I listed building by English Heritage. www.thedecktileco.co.uk

LEVATO MONO porcelain paver system Transform any outside space with LEVATO MONO Porcelain paver system from the Deck Tile Co. Ltd. The system offers flexibility and choice for even the most challenging of applications - from roof terraces and balconies with multiple falls to patios and restaurant piazza’s where wear resistance is key.

With many finishes and formats available, the 20mm pavers combine incredible technical properties with uncompromising aesthetics and thanks to the intuitive height adjustable and slope correcting facility on the support system, it is possible to cover most waterproof membranes or uneven sub-surfaces.

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BLACK BOX II is the latest in a series of tiny additions impacting existing architecture in a big way. Conceived as a jewelry box, large openings blur the interior/ exterior boundary, revealing its treasure of fine cabinetmaking work within through the playful use of complementary surface materials.

The slate slabs of the terrace adjoin the concrete-like porcelain floor of the kitchen. Heritage of the past, the original oak wood floor of the dining room, preserved and restored, set the tone. The kitchen island, made of solid oak, stands monumentally in the center and serves as an altar to daily rituals. At the perimeter stands, more soberly, white or black furniture and cabinetry. This project is a plea for constructive art, recognizing the complicity between the architect, the builders, and the owners, all actively involved in the search for quality, both technical and aesthetic. The art of architecture manifests itself here in all its dimensions.

The BLACK BOX II addition is covered with large plates of iridescent, black fiber cement board, with a perforated motif for the loggia, finely assembled with matching rivets. In contrast, blond wood and light porcelain and ceramics, illuminate the interior.

When large windows fold open to incorporate the garden into the home, interior and exterior materials interact to connect spaces. Inside, oak wood paneling covers the walls and ceiling of the shed, while a lattice of western red cedar lines the exterior alcove.

This semi-detached townhouse, made of red clay brick, is typical of Westmount and the Notre-Dame-de-Grâce borough of Montreal. Through the reconfiguration of outdated internal divisions and the grafting of two black volumes

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in juxtaposition, the pre-existing architecture is enhanced and transformed to better reflect the modern lifestyle and aspirations of its inhabitants. We are always striving to strike the right balance between new and old in order to create a coherent whole, preserving the authenticity of the existing details while affirming the contemporaneity of our interventions.

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Heating & Ventilation Beautiful New Period Style Radiators for your Refurbished Home or Office!

If you are renovating a period property, what better way to heat it than with beautiful, new, efficient Cast Iron Radiators to match the style of your property?

Many customers have commented on the better heat output within their homes since cast iron radiators replaced their modern panel radiators. Cast iron radiators are energy efficient radiators and a good energy saving radiator choice.

Budget Radiators stands for great quality new radiators at great prices to suit your budget. Significant savings are passed on to you because we buy directly from radiator manufacturers and have no expensive store or showroom, so, you get top quality new radiators at great prices. www.budgetradiators.co.uk info@budgetradiators.co.uk T: 01436 570890

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The Sisters House ANIK PÉLOQUIN ARCHITECTE The owners purchased a small house on a secluded lakeside lot in La Malbaie. For its first three decades, the house was used as a hunting lodge, then it became the summer home for the Sisters of Charity. The urbanite owners lived there sporadically for six years to acclimate themselves to the natural setting and define their needs. Because it would have been very expensive to renovate the house,

they soon decided to opt for new construction instead. The existing house would remain standing as the “big sister” bearing witness to the history of the place. It would become a bunkhouse for guests.

The new house – the “little sister” – is clad in tamarack. It has two bedrooms, a bathroom, kitchen, and lounge areas. To ensure strong

integration, the volume was defined before the interior was laid out. Its size is modest, and the unique shape of the roof meets the owners’ requirements while harmonizing with the big sister and the landscape. On the west and south sides, the roof’s overhang makes it possible to keep the outside walls low, consistent with the scale of the older house.

The proportions are also in line with the lake

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and the tree line on the far shore.

To the east and north, the roof rises steeply to the ridge board, more than 25 feet off the ground, echoing the surrounding trees and a church steeple, evoking the site’s history.

Inside, the edges defined by the roof shape the volumes of the living room and the master bedroom, the only room on the second floor.

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White-stained pine softly diffuses the light.

The project is a reflection on the integration of a new building into a natural setting. It is not intended to dominate the landscape, but to be a part of it. The volume, scaled appropriately to the site, becomes an ideal setting for the lives that unfold here, both indoors and out.

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The Iconic Sheila Maid® Multi-purpose Airer. Used for over 100 years in UK households, the Sheila Maid® makes use of warm air rising, drying your laundry ‘in no time at all’.

Tried, tested and loved by generations of happy users, the Sheila Maid® airer has regained its rightful place as an integral and indispensable part of the kitchen or utility room.

Based on the traditional Victorian Pulley, the Sheila Maid® is the original and authentic clothes pulley airer.

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Forest Gardens

While acoustic fence panels have been around for some time they have tended to be very much functionally focussed products with poor aesthetics, aimed at noise control on highways.

The new Decibel Noise Reduction Panel from Forest Garden changes that. The panel successfully combines a high level of aesthetic appeal with impressive acoustic performance. Tested by 3rd party laboratory Exova BM Trada to British Standard BS 1793-2 (Road Traffic Noise Reducing Devices) the Decibel

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Panel achieved a category B3 rating with noise reduction of 25 Decibels. The substantial panel features smooth-planed boards with extended interlocking tongue and grooves to ensure there are no gaps for noise to pass through. Each board is moulded to give it a triangular profile giving the panel multiple angles across its face which helps to further diffuse noise.

This combination of acoustic performance and good looks makes the panel ideal for both domestic and civil projects. www.forestgarden.co.uk

Landscaping & External Works

Chinese Bridge at Dumfries House Recreates Original 1899 Design A bridge what was originally designed in

This original bridge was never built but now

1899 but never built has finally been brought

118 years later, it has been realised thanks to

to fruition by CTS Bridges in time for a visit

funding from the Dunard Fund.

by Prince Charles who is the patron of Dumfries House, Cumnock.

The main central span was lifted onto the two stone piers using a 350t crane. The two side

Land Engineering came to CTS Bridges

spans were then placed and site welded into

after securing the contract to provide an

position.

ornamental Chinese Footbridge over the Lugar Water at Dumfries House, Cumnock,

The decorative canopy was manufactured

Scotland. They had a very short programme

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as the bridge had to be installed in time for a

contact and once in place, the Chinese Bridge

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was complete.

Dumfries House.

CTS Bridges employ both skilled joiners CTS Director Sally Preston used her

and fabricators and can therefore provide

expertise to recreate a structure to modern

an extensive range of bridges in a variety of

standards whilst keeping the style of the

materials including steel and FRP or using a

original design. CTS Bridges undertook the

combination of steel, timber or FRP materials.

fabrication modelling, manufacture, delivery and installation of the bespoke three span

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architect Robert Weir Schultz in 1899.

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School Extension La Fontaine Inserted in a sensitive area occupied by long 1970s social housing blocks, the existing school distinguishes itself for its peripheral green fence, as if it is turning its back to the site. Our proposal is to start from the qualities of the existing, anchoring the new to its context in a clearer way.

The existing building is based on a very simple plan: the classrooms are positioned

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on two sides of a well exposed nave which serves as a common space for the users.

At one end of the building two new rooms are added as an extrusion of the existing system. In the continuity of the nave, a new entrance is created together with a new façade, which is meant to become the new image of the school itself.

The wall extends to the edge of the plot

in order to restrict views from the outside towards the classrooms.

Therefore, the façade creates a filter between the public space and the activities happening inside the school, allowing pedestrians to get a glimpse of the inner garden through the trellis panels or the small openings, but still protecting the children’s activities inside.

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Lighting & Electrical

BROMLEIGHS Bromleighs offer an extensive range of switches and electrical accessories to suit both period and contemporary interiors.

Their Forged and Proile Collections are hand-made at their workshop in Cornwall, using inserts manufactured here in the UK.

Anything Less is a Compromise The Hardwood, Bakelite and Period Switch collections are made with British Oak which is hand-stained and waxed. Bromleighs also offer a wide range of interior and exterior lighting and architectural hardware.

For a current brochure or further information, please call the team on 01208 79490 or www.bromleighs.com

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The 'bubble-effect’ in the solid resin head is pleasing in daylight, and beautiful at night. It acts as a standard path light and as an uplighter - if placed beneath trees the effect is amazing! LED bulbs are accom-

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O2 Studio Chapel Suite Albergo Villa Marta

Albergo Villa Marta, a hotel near Lucca in Tuscany, has on its land a Neo Gothic church from the XVIII century. This incredible church was used as storage space until O2 Studio was asked to transform it into a hotel suite.

O2 Studio accepted the challenge and tried to preserve the historical and artistic heritage of the space while adding new elements for the building´s new use. The frescos have been restored and the altar

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became part of the new central furniture.

nave ceiling.

This new piece of furniture serves as the “Passatoia per Cerimonie” of the room; the red carpet that in catholic tradition is used for joyful and special occasions. It integrates the bed, a sofa and a tv with the altar. The altar functions as a bed front and stays as the main element of the space. Laying on the bed gives customers the opportunity to admire the original and extraordinary work that covers all the central

The side niches have been converted into relaxation and bathroom areas, including a walking closet space, which have been designed using high quality materials in order to maintain a balance with the original decoration of the chapel.

DRU launches new Dik Geurts Aste wood stove DRU has released a new addition to its Dik Geurts collection of contemporary wood stoves.

Aste is a rectangular stove with a 4.9 kw heat output and a large, clear viewing window.

It has a sturdy construction with classic splayed legs and a smooth anthracite finish. The flames and heat settings are adjusted by a simple slide control and there is a cool touch handle.

Aste can be installed as a freestanding stove or inserted into an inglenook chimney opening. It has the option of an external air version for clean burning and high efficiency.

The Aste, just like all the Dik Geurts stoves, is Eco Design ready with an A+ energy rating. From January 2018, all gas fires and wood stoves must conform with this European directive.

Website: www.drufire.com | Telephone: 0161 793 8700

Castle Gates & Automation One of the advantages of well-made metal gates is that refurbishment pays off as being more economical than replacing with new when the house is due for a facelift. If their design is well-loved, having them restored to a brand new appearance may be a preferred option. Updated automation and / or safety requirements may require some minor modifications (to hinges for example) but that is easily accommodated. Castle Gates & Automation fabricate high-quality metal gates , metalframed gates with wood infills and of course also supply wooden gates. To complement the gates they can provide fencing to match, entry control systems and CCTV. Working closely with builders and architects to advise on gate specification and associated functions, CGA help new-build and renovation projects to realise their original concept with state of the art automation, safety and communication systems for their entry requirements.

Website: www.castlegatesandautomation.co.uk | Telephone: 01442 253341

Launch Of Eco Gas Safety Shut Off Valve An Electro-Hydraulic Gas Safety Shut-off Valve used in commercial and domestic applications across the globe has undergone a series of subtle changes to enhance its environmental credentials and enjoy new and improved features.

Manufactured in the UK by renowned product name Black Teknigas the Powerseat® Eco will benefit from a LED display detailing the status of the valve, increased external environmental protection to IP56 equivalent, a manual re-set switch in all versions and screwless, quick connections for installation of electrics all of which will assist installers and those that manage the system on a daily basis.

Using just a fraction of the energy (6%) required by a permanently energised magnetic solenoid valve, it delivers approximately 768kg less carbon emission when compared against a comparable solenoid valve over 100mm. This is equivalent to carbon emissions of 3,758 miles generated in a car.

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OSMO TRANSFORMS A GARDEN SHED FROM DRAB TO FAB New build properties often come equipped with a garden that is purely a blank canvas, perfectly suited for the new homeowner to make their own. One such homeowner wanted to do just that, and after planting up the space with brightly coloured plants and flowers, they felt that their shed stood out, as it looked worn and unloved.

Osmo UK Country Colour offers an opaque, satin wood finish for exterior wood. The range promises premium durability and a rich colour, hiding the natural colour and grain of the wood yet maintaining the wood’s natural texture. The solution not only rejuvenates the wood, but leaves it protected against the unpredictable British weather. It is ideal for renewing previously stained, weathered or discoloured wood surfaces, giving wooden surfaces, such as sheds and summer houses, protection for many years.

Edward Cole selected 2735 Light Grey for his garden shed. Thanks to the application of Osmo Country Colour, Edward has not only lengthened the life of his shed, but has also created an aesthetically pleasing feature which sits perfectly within its contemporary surroundings.

Website: www.osmouk.com | Telephone: 01296 481220

IDL Colourlink LTD IDL Colourlink is a high-end interior graphics company and we provide a complete, tailored service covering each and every aspect of your interior project, from site survey to installation.

Our interiors project team work to enhance your company workspace, ensuring style and brand values are represented from corridor to boardroom. We are passionate about innovation and the wider experience, to inspire productivity, welcome business, and create the perfect space.

Our approach works with any brief, and we can advise which of our solutions will work best from Digital Wallpaper®, Optically clear films, 3D lettering and Fabric Light-boxes to transform your interior spaces.

Our expertise in this area is unrivalled and we’ve won numerous awards to prove it, including the prestigious FESPA Europe digital print award for Best Interior.

We are THE No1 choice for Architects, Interior Designers and fit out companies.

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TimberBox TimberBox is a new and innovative company with its roots in the timber industry. Focused on offering modern, and quality “life cost” products in modified and engineered timber.

We understand the need to choose the right products for any home improvement or new building project. Our portfolio of Engineered Timber products, that combine pleasing aesthetics, low maintenance and long service life, ensures that once installed the only thing left to do is enjoy them and your surroundings.

From CLT Panels, glue-laminated beams, our unique 75% wood composite decking systems, bespoke high-performance windows and doors, to prefinished exterior cladding with a 50-year guarantee! Our passion doesn’t just end with the products, it extends to the environment too. Our products are PEFC or FSC certified giving piece of mind that they are from both legal and sustainable sources. Wood is good, we take it one step further.

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Premier Roofing Systems LTD Working nationally from our head office in Northamptonshire with over 25 years industry experience, we pride ourselves on providing a first class service earning the reputation for being one of the UK’s ‘Premier’ Commercial & Industrial roofing refurbishment specialists.

Our well established client portfolio has been built on a dedication to quality workmanship, competitive quotations, quality materials and excellent service, all of which are at the heart of our business. A result of this being over 80% of our business is repeat or recommended.

We are registered installers of all leading roofing systems and can provide workmanship and material guarantees up to 35 years.

Website: www.premierroofingsystems.com

| Telephone: 01536 422942

Aliva UK wins INCA award Aliva UK is celebrating a top Insulated Render and Cladding Association (INCA) award for a stunning, sustainable office design.

Aliva beat off stiff competition from five other developments to win the Architectural Design Award jointly with AEW architects for the £15m headquarters of Wrexham-based telephone answering firm Moneypenny.

The awards recognise the UK’s most successful external wall insulation projects. Aliva UK was also shortlisted in the Excellence in System Design category for the same scheme.

AEW Architects selected Aliva for its expertise in offering complete solutions. It delivered every aspect of the façade design, from panel layouts and window details to a bespoke façade fixing system. Aliva worked with AEW Architects to develop a design of clean, crisp render that wraps in unbroken lines around the building.

Website: www.alivauk.com | Telephone: 01189 635900

Aztec Umbrella Systems We are proud to say that we have designed and manufactured what we consider to be one of the finest telescopic umbrella systems in the world.

Manufactured at our factory in Hampshire, we have produced a truly British built product for the world to enjoy. We offer a large range of sizes and pride ourselves on the ability to produce custom shapes and sizes to fit in with your project.

All umbrellas are available in any RAL colour and almost any fabric colour you may require. We also offer a range of integrated accessories including heat and LED Light kits, speaker points, as well as our very own safety feature ‘the auto cut off’ to prevent any accidental operation of the heaters.

Aztec can also provide an installation solution for most projects and can also undertake bespoke projects. Make the most of your outside space with Aztec Umbrella Systems!

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BOSS Stairs Helical Staircases Helical stairs are the most complex of all staircase designs. They look absolutely magnificent and there’s no doubt that new BOSS helical staircase will provide a space and grandeur that will be the focal point of any interior.

Handmade by Craftsmen Boss helical staircases are completely hand made by traditional craftsmen using only the very finest materials.

Installed throughout the UK Traditional or contemporary in style and made from only the finest materials, all BOSS staircases are professionally surveyed, expertly designed and manufactured and installed by highly skilled craftsmen to ensure a perfect fit and full compliance with UK Building Regulations.

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BOSS Stairs The warmth and beauty of a hardwood staircase is beyond compare and will last a lifetime. Indeed, there are many fine examples of Oak staircases here in the UK that are several hundred years old.

BOSS Stairs will carry out a professional survey, design and manufacture your bespoke staircase in solid Oak, Ash, Walnut or any other sustainable hardwood.

With Hardwood. Glass or Wrought Iron Balustrade We offer a wide selection of either hardwood or wrought iron spindles as well as toughened safety glass balustrade the choice is yours.

Hardwood Stairs installed throughout the UK BOSS can remove and dispose of your old staircase and install your new one all on the same day, so you won’t ever be without a staircase. It usually takes 2/3 days to complete the average installation and we also offer a professional finishing service to wax oil or French polish all the timber components. Email your plans to design@bossstairs.com

Website: www.bossstairs.com | Telephone: 0116 235 5330

BOSS Stairs A BOSS stone staircase creates a magnificent feature for a wide variety of building projects. From grand, cantilevered stone staircases to magnificent stone spiral stairs, all carefully designed and hand carved to suit the style of your house. Our stonemasonry skills are second to none.

Stone is one of the most versatile materials available and many a magnificent staircase has been created from stone.

You will find Boss stone staircases gracing the interiors of Castles, Stately Homes and Town Houses throughout the UK and their timeless appeal will ensure they continue to do so for centuries to come.

Indeed the elegance of a gravity defying cantilevered stone staircase is beyond compare and will provide a truly stunning feature to any building project.

Email your plans to design@bossstairs.com

Website: www.bossstairs.com | Telephone: 0116 235 5330

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Turn a Box Room or Spare Room into a Bedroom AND a Study . . . with the unique StudyBed. The StudyBed combines a huge desk and a normal bed all in the same compact footprint. It easily converts from a desk to a bed in just 3 seconds – there is no need to remove anything from the desk or the bed.

A StudyBed is the perfect solution for anywhere that requires both a proper work and sleep solution within a confined space.

Manufactured in the UK, StudyBeds come in a range of sizes with matching furniture and a choice of finish available too.

The StudyBed Company are always happy to be involved in your decision-making process to ensure you receive maximum satisfaction and best value for money. Contact us today for more information or a no obligation quote.

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Canadian Vinyl, The Original and Still the Best.

Royal Siding is a high quality product. It is made by extruding polyvinyl chloride homopolymer resin blended with exclusive DURA technology, the result is an extremely tough, long lasting siding. It is certified to meet ASTM D3679 standards.

It is resistant to changes in outside temperature's, ranging from -30C to 50C. Due to its unique interlocking design, it can withstand extreme winds. It won't go brittle, nor does it creak or groan unlike conventional siding. It comes in a range of colours with a wood grain profile.

The cladding does not fade and comes with a 50 year guarantee. Virtually maintenance free and fully recyclable.

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RINNAI’S ENERGYSAVER SPACE HEATERS IMPRESS INSTALLERS Rinnai Energysaver fanned convection powered flue gas fired space heaters are designed specifically for use in large buildings where the range continues to expand its fan base.

Schools, community centres, libraries, conservatories and churches are all benefiting from the fast warm up of big spaces offered by the technically outstanding engineering of the Rinnai units with their low running costs.

The Rinnai Energysaver range delivers energy-efficient and consistent warm air powered by Natural Gas and LPG options and is built with fully modulating burners so heat output and energy input is reduced as the space warms up. Rinnai has successfully come up with a solution that heats from the floor up and by modulating gas usage in relation to room temperature, provides unparalleled levels of comfort combined with efficiency.

Website: www.rinnaiuk.com | Telephone: 0203 903 9030

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AeroTherm AeroTherm is a revolutionary, 1.0 mm thick, insulation plaster that reflects the heat from any radiated thermal source back on itself, at the speed of light!

AeroTherm saves as much as 35% of heating energy, being of particular interest for treating solid wall or hard to insulate buildings, without changes to the buildings’ external appearance, or loss of internal room space.

Manufactured from 3M, glass micro-spheres and Aerogel, AeroTherm exceeds energy savings of older insulation methods, producing a more comfortable living space and more uniform floor to ceiling heat distribution, achieved at lower heating thermostat settings.

Applied using conventional plastering techniques, AeroTherm can be painted or papered over, for a final finish. AeroTherm creates warm walls, eliminating conditions where condensation and subsequent mould growth occurs.

Independently tested and certified, AeroTherm has a minimum life expectancy in excess of 25 years.

Website: www.aerotherm.co.com | Telephone: 01202 854767

Vanda Coatings Our family run business has been re-coating architectural metal work on facades throughout the UK for over 20 years. Our company are experienced in recoating metal windows, balustrade, doors, canopies, cladded areas and suspended ceilings.

Our services are suited to those who are looking to modernise the look of their building.

We work closely with refurbishment contractors, architects and project managers to achieve the desired finish.

Benefits of on-site coating include are that it is a cost-effective alternative to replacement. Substrates can be coated in any colour and the re-coating offers protection extending the life expectancy of the material.

Website: www.vandacoatings.co.uk | Telephone: 02920 480800

Floorcraft Ltd Diamond polished concrete is one of the most economical floors you can have in your warehouse or home, once the process has been completed all it takes is a weekly clean as with any other flooring.

Pictured to the right is a completed polished concrete floor. At the start of the process the 30-yearold warehouse floor had numerous coats of floor paint, the floor was dull, the paint was peeling and was not a very pleasant working environment, but under all that paint was a beautiful concrete floor waiting to be polished.

Now after a 6-stage dry diamond polishing process, the warehouse is bright and a much nicer place to work, all work is 99% dust free.

Why pour a new floor when you can diamond polish the one you already have?

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How Benfield ATT help you create

The Low Energy Buildings you’ve always wanted…

Intrigued by the claims of this ‘full service’ company we decided to investigate their approach a little more.

Value Engineering: First, we wanted to know what was meant by ‘Value Engineering’ (VE). Professor Dr. Michael Benfield, their CEO, explained: “By focusing on the various ‘functions’ of a client’s building and its components, we aim to identify and remove unnecessary costs while at the same time maintaining - even enhancing - its performance.”

Comprehensive Knowledge: This approach blends their extensive and rather unique knowledge of all forms of timber structure, building science, regulations, and state of the art products with individual client’s design concepts.

“For us, value engineering starts with environmental planning and regulatory impositions as part of our analytical and technical design processes.” he explained. “These feed our drive for, and commitment to, sustainable development through into waste reduction, recycling and lean manufacture. It embraces a ‘Pride in the Job’ and a ‘Right First Time’ mentality that is applied to all our Design & Build (D&B) operations.”

Focus on End User: Paying attention to end user demands is central to Benfield ATT’s approach (the ATT stands for Advanced Timber Technologies, by the way). They believe it enables them to deliver highly effective, quality buildings for projects large & small. This includes providing solutions for difficult to develop sites, like soft ground, steeply sloping land and potential flood plain areas.

Product Selection: Self-evidently, to value engineer design & build solutions, the selection of the most appropriate products needs the services and methods used to be an integral part of the process. Working closely with architects, building designers, engineers and

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quantity surveyors, Benfield ATT helps select and specify those which are most functionally appropriate and cost effective. In turn this encourages the delivery of high quality products to be protected, and results in saving time for on-site build operations. All of this, they claim, reduces costs, enhances client’s projects and helps to make them one of the most competitive full service timber engineering design and build firms in the UK. Fabric First: In the current business climate it is perhaps not surprising to find Efficiency, Performance & Cost Effectiveness to be included in their key current considerations. This is most clearly evidenced in their ‘Fabric First” approach to designing really effective building envelopes. “There is a crucial need to deliver highly energy efficient structures with optimum levels of insulation, minimal thermal transmission and appropriate airtightness for floors, walls, roofs, windows and doors.” explains Prof Benfield.

Unsurprising, therefore, that in their drive toward Zero Carbon and minimal heating requirements, they offer factory Insulated Panels, SIP’s, Green Oak, Post & Beam, Glulam and Hybrid structures all orientated to achieve what was Code for Sustainable Homes levels 4, 5, 6 and Passivhaus Standards.

manufacturers and selective builder’s merchants, enables them to secure and supply such requirements in the most timely and competitive manner as part of their value engineered, design & build methodology.

Catalysts for Quality: “We believe that our approach to helping you create the ‘Low Energy Buildings you’ve always dreamed of …’ is distinctly different” says Benfield. “We welcome collaboration with other construction professionals in our drive to achieve this.” In doing so, his company aims to help enhance the professional construction team of architects, other designers, engineers, quantity surveyors, contractors, house-builders, developers, et al, facilitating the delivery of the high quality buildings they and their clients both need and want. And, if end user clients like self-builders and home improvers lack any of these skills, to be the catalyst drawing in those that are most appropriate for each individual project. To compliment this they offer a selective part or full project management service.

Professional Partnerships: While they are happy to engage in ‘one off’ projects, Benfield ATT see the greatest benefits to industry and end user occupiers as coming from the establishment of long term ‘partnering’ style arrangements with other construction professionals.

Specialist Builders’ Merchants: PoThis can include Joint Venture arrangetentially, the procurement of design ments for specific developments, which specific components can create may be of interest to land owners and unforeseen difficulties, for example locating the source of supplies, avoiding those who wish to fund, say, housing schemes, but lack the technical knowldelays in delivery lead times, quality edge and industry experience necessary assurance, and securing ‘best value’ products and terms. Here Benfield ATT’s to make them successful. In such cases they believe that their comprehensive long established connections, access team approach can be highly valuable. and volume buying capabilities as

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UK’s 1st Amphibious House, Marlow as seen on Grand Designs

Around 20,000 people will build their own home in the UK this year. That’s less than 10 years ago, and a fraction of what are built in mainland Europe. In Austria for example 80% of people self-build. According to the Building Societies Association, 53% of UK people would consider building their own homes. Even more people add an annex, garage, or garden lodge.

You could be one of them.

integration, material choice, build quality, durability, value and comfort. Whatever your needs, we’d like to help you. Our architects, engineers, timber technicians, skilled craftsmen have countless years’ experience designing, making and building homes, extensions and ancillary buildings for people like you. And in the process they’ve created some of the UK’s best known...

However, not all self-builders are the same.

Nor do they have the same requirements.

‘Downsizers’ may want to contract the building work. ‘Up-sizers’ may want, or need, to do a lot of the work themselves. ‘Home-extenders’ often look for a mix of both.

In almost all cases they want, need, and deserve highly knowledgeable professionals to advise and guide them on design, service

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Design doesn’t have to stop at the walls. A large eye-catching feature green oak truss, or entrance frame, will add a bright, open, airy feel to your home. Choose from standard or bespoke designs for new or replacement structurally engineered trusses, beams & components.

Full height entrances, orangeries, porches. Check our prices now.

The UK’s largest range of standard garages & car ports on-line, all rationalised for speed, efficiency and economy. Highly customisable. Rooms in the roof, raised eaves, bespoke designs, garden rooms, outdoor kitchens, stables, and more.

Wide range of roof coverings, claddings, windows, insulation, etc. for your perfect ‘Traditional’ building.

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Standard & bespoke houses and bungalows; special features and components; traditional green oak buildings, soaring cathedral entrances and more. SIP, Timber & CLT frames. Full design, engineering, technical support, QS & project management. Gallery of ready to build homes.

Ground floor, first floor, roof conversions, complete remodeling, granny annexes, garden studios – whatever you want choose the most affordable, eco-friendly, energy saving extension for you. Ensure you understand the different stages of construction and how to avoid the common pitfalls with our useful guides. Call us now

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