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Daroos Appartments
Basti Hills - Villa 25
Basti Hills - Villa 31
Planning
41 Hillside Crescent
8 Eaton Court
56 Iveagh Cl
41 Fairfield Crescent - House to Flats
32 Alexandra Rd
41 Fairfield Crescent - House to HMO
Profesional Services
St Neots Flats
Facade Redesign
Form + Function Studio was tasked with redesigning the facade of Daroos Apartments during the construction phase, after the foundation and column structures were in place. The facade is a modern expression of material contrast, featuring a combination of sleek metal cladding, warm wooden accents, and exposed brickwork that add texture and depth. The interplay of these materials results in a visually striking, yet balanced design.
Balancing Aesthetics and Functionality
The facade features a combination of sleek metal paneling, warm wooden elements, and natural feelin of brick, offering a sophisticated yet welcoming appearance. One of the key features of the facade is the integration of sliding shaders, which allow residents to control sunlight penetration, ensuring comfort and energy efficiency. These adjustable shaders not only enhance the building's functionality but also create a dynamic and lively facade, as the varying positions of the shaders contribute to a constantly evolving external appearance throughout the day.
Adapting to Light
In addition to the sliding shaders, the design includes expansive, readable layouts via the facade. Large windows and well-placed balconies provide ample natural light to the interiors while offering residents unobstructed views of the surroundings. These readable layouts create a sense of openness and connection between indoor and outdoor spaces, fostering a comfortable and harmonious living environment.
Green Rooftop Oasis
The building’s rooftop is adorned with greenery, serving as both a communal space and an aesthetic element that adds to the structure’s overall appeal. The resolution of a chamfer issue at Grid Line E, made possible by securing the eastern neighbor's agreement, allowed us to optimize the design and create a more balanced structure. Minor structural adjustments, such as the addition of a new column, were carefully implemented to maintain the integrity of the original design while improving layout efficiency.
Elevated Living
The Daroos Apartments facade blends form and function seamlessly, offering residents a modern, adaptable living space while contributing positively to the surrounding urban landscape.
Dynamic Facade Design
The facade features adjustable shaders that are meticulously engineered to provide residents with optimal control over light entry while enhancing the aesthetic dynamism of the building. These shaders adjust subtly with varying perspectives, introducing depth and movement to the building's exterior throughout the day.
Facade Redesign
Form + Function Studio was tasked with redesigning the facade of Daroos Apartments during the construction phase, after the foundation and column structures were in place. The facade is a modern expression of material contrast, featuring a combination of sleek metal cladding, warm wooden accents, and exposed brickwork that add texture and depth. The interplay of these materials results in a visually striking, yet balanced design.
Balancing Aesthetics and Functionality
The facade features a combination of sleek metal paneling, warm wooden elements, and natural feelin of brick, offering a sophisticated yet welcoming appearance. One of the key features of the facade is the integration of sliding shaders, which allow residents to control sunlight penetration, ensuring comfort and energy efficiency. These adjustable shaders not only enhance the building's functionality but also create a dynamic and lively facade, as the varying positions of the shaders contribute to a constantly evolving external appearance throughout the day.
Adapting to Light
In addition to the sliding shaders, the design includes expansive, readable layouts via the facade. Large windows and well-placed balconies provide ample natural light to the interiors while offering residents unobstructed views of the surroundings. These readable layouts create a sense of openness and connection between indoor and outdoor spaces, fostering a comfortable and harmonious living environment.
Green Rooftop Oasis
The building’s rooftop is adorned with greenery, serving as both a communal space and an aesthetic element that adds to the structure’s overall appeal. The resolution of a chamfer issue at Grid Line E, made possible by securing the eastern neighbor's agreement, allowed us to optimize the design and create a more balanced structure. Minor structural adjustments, such as the addition of a new column, were carefully implemented to maintain the integrity of the original design while improving layout efficiency.
Elevated Living
The Daroos Apartments facade blends form and function seamlessly, offering residents a modern, adaptable living space while contributing positively to the surrounding urban landscape.
Dynamic Facade Design
The facade features adjustable shaders that are meticulously engineered to provide residents with optimal control over light entry while enhancing the aesthetic dynamism of the building. These shaders adjust subtly with varying perspectives, introducing depth and movement to the building's exterior throughout the day.
Facade Redesign
Form + Function Studio was tasked with redesigning the facade of Daroos Apartments during the construction phase, after the foundation and column structures were in place. The facade is a modern expression of material contrast, featuring a combination of sleek metal cladding, warm wooden accents, and exposed brickwork that add texture and depth. The interplay of these materials results in a visually striking, yet balanced design.
Balancing Aesthetics and Functionality
The facade features a combination of sleek metal paneling, warm wooden elements, and natural feelin of brick, offering a sophisticated yet welcoming appearance. One of the key features of the facade is the integration of sliding shaders, which allow residents to control sunlight penetration, ensuring comfort and energy efficiency. These adjustable shaders not only enhance the building's functionality but also create a dynamic and lively facade, as the varying positions of the shaders contribute to a constantly evolving external appearance throughout the day.
Adapting to Light
In addition to the sliding shaders, the design includes expansive, readable layouts via the facade. Large windows and well-placed balconies provide ample natural light to the interiors while offering residents unobstructed views of the surroundings. These readable layouts create a sense of openness and connection between indoor and outdoor spaces, fostering a comfortable and harmonious living environment.
Green Rooftop Oasis
The building’s rooftop is adorned with greenery, serving as both a communal space and an aesthetic element that adds to the structure’s overall appeal. The resolution of a chamfer issue at Grid Line E, made possible by securing the eastern neighbor's agreement, allowed us to optimize the design and create a more balanced structure. Minor structural adjustments, such as the addition of a new column, were carefully implemented to maintain the integrity of the original design while improving layout efficiency.
Elevated Living
The Daroos Apartments facade blends form and function seamlessly, offering residents a modern, adaptable living space while contributing positively to the surrounding urban landscape.
Dynamic Facade Design
The facade features adjustable shaders that are meticulously engineered to provide residents with optimal control over light entry while enhancing the aesthetic dynamism of the building. These shaders adjust subtly with varying perspectives, introducing depth and movement to the building's exterior throughout the day.
Facade Redesign
Form + Function Studio was tasked with redesigning the facade of Daroos Apartments during the construction phase, after the foundation and column structures were in place. The facade is a modern expression of material contrast, featuring a combination of sleek metal cladding, warm wooden accents, and exposed brickwork that add texture and depth. The interplay of these materials results in a visually striking, yet balanced design.
Balancing Aesthetics and Functionality
The facade features a combination of sleek metal paneling, warm wooden elements, and natural feelin of brick, offering a sophisticated yet welcoming appearance. One of the key features of the facade is the integration of sliding shaders, which allow residents to control sunlight penetration, ensuring comfort and energy efficiency. These adjustable shaders not only enhance the building's functionality but also create a dynamic and lively facade, as the varying positions of the shaders contribute to a constantly evolving external appearance throughout the day.
Adapting to Light
In addition to the sliding shaders, the design includes expansive, readable layouts via the facade. Large windows and well-placed balconies provide ample natural light to the interiors while offering residents unobstructed views of the surroundings. These readable layouts create a sense of openness and connection between indoor and outdoor spaces, fostering a comfortable and harmonious living environment.
Green Rooftop Oasis
The building’s rooftop is adorned with greenery, serving as both a communal space and an aesthetic element that adds to the structure’s overall appeal. The resolution of a chamfer issue at Grid Line E, made possible by securing the eastern neighbor's agreement, allowed us to optimize the design and create a more balanced structure. Minor structural adjustments, such as the addition of a new column, were carefully implemented to maintain the integrity of the original design while improving layout efficiency.
Elevated Living
The Daroos Apartments facade blends form and function seamlessly, offering residents a modern, adaptable living space while contributing positively to the surrounding urban landscape.
Dynamic Facade Design
The facade features adjustable shaders that are meticulously engineered to provide residents with optimal control over light entry while enhancing the aesthetic dynamism of the building. These shaders adjust subtly with varying perspectives, introducing depth and movement to the building's exterior throughout the day.
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Daroos
Daroos Appartments
Project Location
Situated in Lavassan, a prestigious area in the northeastern hills of Tehran, this project enjoys the region's famous climate and picturesque views, enhanced by the nearby Jajrood River and Latian Dam. Located on a mountainside plot within the exclusive Basti Hills residential community—comprising only 52 select plots—this project fully capitalises on its unique elevation and the stunning natural beauty that surrounds it.
Client Requirements
Our client requested a design for the villa that would allow it to adapt to different uses over time. Whether it serves as a weekend retreat or a primary residence, the villa is constructed with flexibility in mind. This approach ensures that the space can easily transition from short stays to long-term living, accommodating the client’s evolving needs for comfort and functionality.
Double-Height Living Hall
The villa's grand, double-height living hall is meticulously designed to exude both elegance and warmth. Expansive windows allow an abundance of natural light to permeate the space while presenting panoramic views of the Jajrood River and the surrounding landscape. The presence of ornate columns and intricate moldings introduces an element of classical luxury, and the open sightlines extending to the first-floor corridor facilitate a continuous visual flow. This area embodies a fusion of sophistication and a profound connection to the natural scenery, resulting in a tranquil yet impressive ambiance.
Double-Height Living Hall _ Night
The grand double-height living hall offers a striking ambiance at any time of day. During daylight, expansive windows frame views of the Jajrood River, filling the space with natural light and highlighting the refined architectural details. At night, the coffered ceiling with integrated lighting creates a soft, inviting glow that enhances the room's elegant features. Ornate columns, arched entryways, and a fireplace alcove add to the sophisticated atmosphere, while open sightlines from the first-floor corridor further enhance the sense of openness and luxury.
Master Bedroom
The master bedrooms exude a blend of comfort and elegance, offering ample space and natural light. Large dual sliding doors open to private balconies, providing fresh air and serene views, while the refined wood flooring and soft lighting add warmth to the space. The room includes a cozy fireplace that enhances its inviting atmosphere, making it ideal for relaxation. Thoughtfully designed with walk-in closets and en-suite facilities, the master bedroom serves as a luxurious private retreat.
Secondary Bedrooms' En-Suites
The secondary bedrooms each come with elegantly designed en-suite bathrooms, providing both luxury and convenience. These en-suites feature glass-enclosed showers and jacuzzi tubs, offering a choice between a quick refresh and a relaxing soak. High-quality finishes, including stylish tile work and sleek fixtures, add sophistication to the space. Carefully positioned lighting highlights the design details, creating a calming ambiance that makes these en-suites a private sanctuary for guests and residents alike.
Luxurious Bathroom with Scenic View
This elegantly appointed bathroom combines timeless design with breathtaking views, offering a tranquil retreat within the villa. The freestanding clawfoot bathtub is positioned to allow unobstructed views of the surrounding landscape, enhancing relaxation. Dual sinks with a large mirrored vanity provide ample space for convenience and functionality. Natural light floods the room through floor-to-ceiling windows, emphasising the clean lines and soft, neutral tones of the decor. This space epitomizes luxury, blending sophistication with an intimate connection to the outdoors.
sophisticated bathroom vanity
Set against a beautifully textured accent wall, the two vessel sinks sit atop a polished dark countertop, creating a balanced and contemporary aesthetic.
Elegant Vanity Area
This bathroom’s vanity area exudes luxury and sophistication. Featuring a sleek vessel basin set atop a black marble countertop, the design combines modern elegance with functionality. The focal point is the striking gold-textured accent wall, which adds warmth and a touch of opulence to the space. A minimalist faucet complements the aesthetic, creating a refined and visually captivating area that elevates the bathroom's overall ambiance.
Luxurious Bathroom Design
This elegantly designed bathroom combines luxury with functionality. Featuring a deep soaking tub set against textured wall tiles, the space exudes a spa-like ambiance. A glass-enclosed shower area with mosaic tiling offers a sleek, modern touch, while dual vessel sinks provide both style and convenience. Thoughtfully integrated lighting highlights the refined textures and contours, creating a serene and sophisticated retreat within the home.
Basement Floor Plan
The basement level is designed as a multifunctional area dedicated to leisure, wellness, and essential services. This floor provides direct access to an outdoor swimming pool, complementing the villa's recreational amenities. At the center, a snooker hall serves as a social hub, surrounded by a well-equipped gym and spa facilities, which include a sauna, steam room, and jacuzzi, promoting relaxation and fitness.
A secondary kitchen supports catering for events, while cold rooms and storage spaces add functionality. This level also houses practical amenities, including a dedicated housekeeping area, laundry, and mechanical rooms, ensuring efficient daily operations. The two-car garage provides ample parking, enhancing accessibility. The basement layout thoughtfully balances entertainment, wellness, and service areas for a complete luxury experience.
A secondary kitchen supports catering for events, while cold rooms and storage spaces add functionality. This level also houses practical amenities, including a dedicated housekeeping area, laundry, and mechanical rooms, ensuring efficient daily operations. The two-car garage provides ample parking, enhancing accessibility. The basement layout thoughtfully balances entertainment, wellness, and service areas for a complete luxury experience.
Ground floor plan
The ground floor is designed as the heart of the villa, offering a blend of formal and recreational spaces. The grand entrance opens into a central hall that flows into the spacious double-height living room, creating an inviting and impressive focal point. To the left, a dedicated entertainment area includes a poker room, a bar, and an air hockey table, providing ample space for social gatherings. Adjacent to this is a guest bedroom with en-suite facilities for added privacy.
On the right side, the formal dining room connects to two kitchens—a primary kitchen for everyday use and a secondary kitchen for larger events or catered functions—ensuring convenience and functionality. This floor also includes a TV room, a library/home office, and multiple storage areas, balancing leisure, work, and dining options for a complete living experience.
On the right side, the formal dining room connects to two kitchens—a primary kitchen for everyday use and a secondary kitchen for larger events or catered functions—ensuring convenience and functionality. This floor also includes a TV room, a library/home office, and multiple storage areas, balancing leisure, work, and dining options for a complete living experience.
First Floor Plan
The first floor is designed to offer privacy and luxury, centered around a large open void that overlooks the grand double-height living hall below. This layout includes two master bedrooms, each with a walk-in closet, en-suite bathroom, and dual private balconies that provide serene outdoor spaces. Additionally, two smaller bedrooms, also featuring walk-in closets and en-suites, extend from either side of the central area, creating a balanced and spacious arrangement. The floor’s design maximises both privacy and accessibility, with each bedroom thoughtfully positioned to enjoy natural light and views of the surrounding landscape.
Architectural Sections
These sectional drawings reveal the villa’s thoughtful spatial design, showcasing the double-height living room as a central feature that enhances the sense of openness and grandeur. The section illustrates the interconnected floors, with the grand staircase visually connecting the main and upper levels. Natural light pours into the living room through large windows, creating an inviting atmosphere that extends upward, allowing views from the first-floor corridor. Key functional areas, including the bar, garage, and service spaces, are efficiently integrated into the lower levels, ensuring seamless access and organization throughout the villa.
Project Location
Situated in Lavassan, a prestigious area in the northeastern hills of Tehran, this project enjoys the region's famous climate and picturesque views, enhanced by the nearby Jajrood River and Latian Dam. Located on a mountainside plot within the exclusive Basti Hills residential community—comprising only 52 select plots—this project fully capitalises on its unique elevation and the stunning natural beauty that surrounds it.
Client Requirements
Our client requested a design for the villa that would allow it to adapt to different uses over time. Whether it serves as a weekend retreat or a primary residence, the villa is constructed with flexibility in mind. This approach ensures that the space can easily transition from short stays to long-term living, accommodating the client’s evolving needs for comfort and functionality.
Double-Height Living Hall
The villa's grand, double-height living hall is meticulously designed to exude both elegance and warmth. Expansive windows allow an abundance of natural light to permeate the space while presenting panoramic views of the Jajrood River and the surrounding landscape. The presence of ornate columns and intricate moldings introduces an element of classical luxury, and the open sightlines extending to the first-floor corridor facilitate a continuous visual flow. This area embodies a fusion of sophistication and a profound connection to the natural scenery, resulting in a tranquil yet impressive ambiance.
Double-Height Living Hall _ Night
The grand double-height living hall offers a striking ambiance at any time of day. During daylight, expansive windows frame views of the Jajrood River, filling the space with natural light and highlighting the refined architectural details. At night, the coffered ceiling with integrated lighting creates a soft, inviting glow that enhances the room's elegant features. Ornate columns, arched entryways, and a fireplace alcove add to the sophisticated atmosphere, while open sightlines from the first-floor corridor further enhance the sense of openness and luxury.
Master Bedroom
The master bedrooms exude a blend of comfort and elegance, offering ample space and natural light. Large dual sliding doors open to private balconies, providing fresh air and serene views, while the refined wood flooring and soft lighting add warmth to the space. The room includes a cozy fireplace that enhances its inviting atmosphere, making it ideal for relaxation. Thoughtfully designed with walk-in closets and en-suite facilities, the master bedroom serves as a luxurious private retreat.
Secondary Bedrooms' En-Suites
The secondary bedrooms each come with elegantly designed en-suite bathrooms, providing both luxury and convenience. These en-suites feature glass-enclosed showers and jacuzzi tubs, offering a choice between a quick refresh and a relaxing soak. High-quality finishes, including stylish tile work and sleek fixtures, add sophistication to the space. Carefully positioned lighting highlights the design details, creating a calming ambiance that makes these en-suites a private sanctuary for guests and residents alike.
Luxurious Bathroom with Scenic View
This elegantly appointed bathroom combines timeless design with breathtaking views, offering a tranquil retreat within the villa. The freestanding clawfoot bathtub is positioned to allow unobstructed views of the surrounding landscape, enhancing relaxation. Dual sinks with a large mirrored vanity provide ample space for convenience and functionality. Natural light floods the room through floor-to-ceiling windows, emphasising the clean lines and soft, neutral tones of the decor. This space epitomizes luxury, blending sophistication with an intimate connection to the outdoors.
sophisticated bathroom vanity
Set against a beautifully textured accent wall, the two vessel sinks sit atop a polished dark countertop, creating a balanced and contemporary aesthetic.
Elegant Vanity Area
This bathroom’s vanity area exudes luxury and sophistication. Featuring a sleek vessel basin set atop a black marble countertop, the design combines modern elegance with functionality. The focal point is the striking gold-textured accent wall, which adds warmth and a touch of opulence to the space. A minimalist faucet complements the aesthetic, creating a refined and visually captivating area that elevates the bathroom's overall ambiance.
Luxurious Bathroom Design
This elegantly designed bathroom combines luxury with functionality. Featuring a deep soaking tub set against textured wall tiles, the space exudes a spa-like ambiance. A glass-enclosed shower area with mosaic tiling offers a sleek, modern touch, while dual vessel sinks provide both style and convenience. Thoughtfully integrated lighting highlights the refined textures and contours, creating a serene and sophisticated retreat within the home.
Basement Floor Plan
The basement level is designed as a multifunctional area dedicated to leisure, wellness, and essential services. This floor provides direct access to an outdoor swimming pool, complementing the villa's recreational amenities. At the center, a snooker hall serves as a social hub, surrounded by a well-equipped gym and spa facilities, which include a sauna, steam room, and jacuzzi, promoting relaxation and fitness.
A secondary kitchen supports catering for events, while cold rooms and storage spaces add functionality. This level also houses practical amenities, including a dedicated housekeeping area, laundry, and mechanical rooms, ensuring efficient daily operations. The two-car garage provides ample parking, enhancing accessibility. The basement layout thoughtfully balances entertainment, wellness, and service areas for a complete luxury experience.
A secondary kitchen supports catering for events, while cold rooms and storage spaces add functionality. This level also houses practical amenities, including a dedicated housekeeping area, laundry, and mechanical rooms, ensuring efficient daily operations. The two-car garage provides ample parking, enhancing accessibility. The basement layout thoughtfully balances entertainment, wellness, and service areas for a complete luxury experience.
Ground floor plan
The ground floor is designed as the heart of the villa, offering a blend of formal and recreational spaces. The grand entrance opens into a central hall that flows into the spacious double-height living room, creating an inviting and impressive focal point. To the left, a dedicated entertainment area includes a poker room, a bar, and an air hockey table, providing ample space for social gatherings. Adjacent to this is a guest bedroom with en-suite facilities for added privacy.
On the right side, the formal dining room connects to two kitchens—a primary kitchen for everyday use and a secondary kitchen for larger events or catered functions—ensuring convenience and functionality. This floor also includes a TV room, a library/home office, and multiple storage areas, balancing leisure, work, and dining options for a complete living experience.
On the right side, the formal dining room connects to two kitchens—a primary kitchen for everyday use and a secondary kitchen for larger events or catered functions—ensuring convenience and functionality. This floor also includes a TV room, a library/home office, and multiple storage areas, balancing leisure, work, and dining options for a complete living experience.
First Floor Plan
The first floor is designed to offer privacy and luxury, centered around a large open void that overlooks the grand double-height living hall below. This layout includes two master bedrooms, each with a walk-in closet, en-suite bathroom, and dual private balconies that provide serene outdoor spaces. Additionally, two smaller bedrooms, also featuring walk-in closets and en-suites, extend from either side of the central area, creating a balanced and spacious arrangement. The floor’s design maximises both privacy and accessibility, with each bedroom thoughtfully positioned to enjoy natural light and views of the surrounding landscape.
Architectural Sections
These sectional drawings reveal the villa’s thoughtful spatial design, showcasing the double-height living room as a central feature that enhances the sense of openness and grandeur. The section illustrates the interconnected floors, with the grand staircase visually connecting the main and upper levels. Natural light pours into the living room through large windows, creating an inviting atmosphere that extends upward, allowing views from the first-floor corridor. Key functional areas, including the bar, garage, and service spaces, are efficiently integrated into the lower levels, ensuring seamless access and organization throughout the villa.
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Villa 25
Bastie Hills - Villa 25
A Statement of Classical Elegance in Basti Hills
Perched in the prestigious enclave of Basti Hills, Villa 31 evokes the timeless language of classical architecture, reimagined for contemporary grandeur. Its commanding façade, dressed in pale stone and crowned with ornate cornices, rises gracefully from the landscaped grounds, an estate that commands attention in every season.
Villa 31 rises as a refined homage to classical architecture — its symmetry, sculpted façades, and balustraded terraces delivering a timeless presence. The villa’s entrance is gracefully elevated above a landscaped podium, where cascading fountains, trimmed hedges, and stone-clad planters lead to a stately colonnade. From every angle, Villa 31 commands elegance.
Villa 31 is not just a residence — it is a curated experience of light, volume, and craft. Designed with precision and executed with passion, it stands as a flagship of luxury in Basti Hills, honouring tradition while embracing the needs of a new era.
From above, Villa 31 reveals its full grandeur — a residence set within a sculpted landscape that feels almost ceremonial. A series of fountains tumble gently through carved stone basins, guiding the eye through terraces of manicured greenery and precisely placed trees. Curved staircases and circular planters introduce softness to the structured geometry, while the rear elevation’s balustraded balconies and rhythmic pilasters reinforce the home’s classical language. This integration of architecture and landscape makes Villa 31 not just a home, but a complete estate — composed, elevated, and enduring.
Even the rear of Villa 31 remains composed and dignified — with clean stone façades, finely proportioned windows, and terraced balconies that mirror the symmetry of the front. A gracefully arched canopy shelters private parking, while rear entrances provide seamless circulation for residents and staff alike. Every face of the villa is treated with equal care, underscoring its identity as a fully resolved work of architecture.
The entrance to Villa 31 is not merely a threshold — it’s a procession. Curved limestone stairs and sculpted planters guide guests through a cascading garden approach, setting the tone for the timeless elegance within.
Villa 31 in Winter
Even in silence and snowfall, Villa 31 stands luminous — a home built not just for the seasons, but for generations.
The heart of the home is a luminous, double-height salon framed by Corinthian columns, sculpted mouldings, and sweeping arches that evoke the spirit of European palaces. Rich marble flooring, delicately patterned, grounds the interior with a sense of permanence and refinement. From the sunlit reception spaces to the intricately curved staircase adorned with custom brass balustrades, every element in Villa 31 is crafted to impress.
Interior Harmony
Marble floors, classical columns, and radiant daylight define the tone of Villa 31’s interiors — where tradition meets tranquility in every detail.
Private Pool Retreat
At its base, the villa unfolds into a private sanctuary of leisure. A full spa suite includes a sauna, steam room, jacuzzi, and walk-in showers, all lined with warm woods and mosaics. Adjacent to the wellness zone, a private gym, library/office, and heated indoor pool create a balanced lifestyle of restoration and rhythm. Practicalities are handled discreetly with generous mechanical rooms, staff quarters, and secure indoor parking.
Wellness, Reimagined
From the cool ceramic mosaic of the steam room to the warm cedar hush of the sauna, Villa 31 offers a spa suite designed for renewal — where architecture meets serenity.
Shaping the Classical Frame
Before it stood in polished stone and stucco, Villa 31 was built layer by layer by devoted craftsmen. Every arch, every moulding, first sculpted in dust and scaffold — an architecture made by hand.
Every Line, By Hand
The beauty of Villa 31 wasn’t built by machine alone. Each ceiling motif, each cornice was shaped patiently by hand — layer upon layer, detail upon detail — to honour the art of true architectural making.
A glimpse into the making of Villa 31
The marble medallion being meticulously installed — piece by piece — by hand. Every detail was laid with purpose long before the villa greeted its first guest.
Stone by Stone, Curve by Curve
Villa 31’s foundations extend beyond architecture into the very hillside itself. From retaining walls to cascading planters, every curve was hand-laid in stone — shaping the land as artfully as the home it supports.
Basti Hills - Villa 31
41 Hillside Crescent project involved a carefully planned loft conversion designed to maximise space and natural light. This transformation included the installation of Velux Cabrio skylight balconies, bringing daylight into the upper floors while offering a unique blend of functionality and style. The design combines practicality with an airy, open atmosphere, elevating the property’s overall aesthetic and livability.
Structural enhancements, such as new steel beams and additional joists, were integrated to support the added load, ensuring both durability and safety.
One of the primary challenges in the loft conversion at 41 Hillside Crescent was meeting the client’s preferences. The client requested no dormer addition and was keen on retaining all available space in the study room. To achieve this, we strategically reallocated stair width from the secondary bedroom, enabling us to position the new staircase in alignment with the existing stairs below. This solution provided the necessary headroom at the landing without compromising space in other key areas. The design maintained the property’s functional flow while respecting the client’s requirements for both layout and spatial integrity.
41 Hillside Crescent project involved a carefully planned loft conversion designed to maximise space and natural light. This transformation included the installation of Velux Cabrio skylight balconies, bringing daylight into the upper floors while offering a unique blend of functionality and style. The design combines practicality with an airy, open atmosphere, elevating the property’s overall aesthetic and livability.
Structural enhancements, such as new steel beams and additional joists, were integrated to support the added load, ensuring both durability and safety.
One of the primary challenges in the loft conversion at 41 Hillside Crescent was meeting the client’s preferences. The client requested no dormer addition and was keen on retaining all available space in the study room. To achieve this, we strategically reallocated stair width from the secondary bedroom, enabling us to position the new staircase in alignment with the existing stairs below. This solution provided the necessary headroom at the landing without compromising space in other key areas. The design maintained the property’s functional flow while respecting the client’s requirements for both layout and spatial integrity.
41 Hillside Crescent project involved a carefully planned loft conversion designed to maximise space and natural light. This transformation included the installation of Velux Cabrio skylight balconies, bringing daylight into the upper floors while offering a unique blend of functionality and style. The design combines practicality with an airy, open atmosphere, elevating the property’s overall aesthetic and livability.
Structural enhancements, such as new steel beams and additional joists, were integrated to support the added load, ensuring both durability and safety.
One of the primary challenges in the loft conversion at 41 Hillside Crescent was meeting the client’s preferences. The client requested no dormer addition and was keen on retaining all available space in the study room. To achieve this, we strategically reallocated stair width from the secondary bedroom, enabling us to position the new staircase in alignment with the existing stairs below. This solution provided the necessary headroom at the landing without compromising space in other key areas. The design maintained the property’s functional flow while respecting the client’s requirements for both layout and spatial integrity.
41 Hillside Crescent project involved a carefully planned loft conversion designed to maximise space and natural light. This transformation included the installation of Velux Cabrio skylight balconies, bringing daylight into the upper floors while offering a unique blend of functionality and style. The design combines practicality with an airy, open atmosphere, elevating the property’s overall aesthetic and livability.
Structural enhancements, such as new steel beams and additional joists, were integrated to support the added load, ensuring both durability and safety.
One of the primary challenges in the loft conversion at 41 Hillside Crescent was meeting the client’s preferences. The client requested no dormer addition and was keen on retaining all available space in the study room. To achieve this, we strategically reallocated stair width from the secondary bedroom, enabling us to position the new staircase in alignment with the existing stairs below. This solution provided the necessary headroom at the landing without compromising space in other key areas. The design maintained the property’s functional flow while respecting the client’s requirements for both layout and spatial integrity.
41 Hillside Crescent project involved a carefully planned loft conversion designed to maximise space and natural light. This transformation included the installation of Velux Cabrio skylight balconies, bringing daylight into the upper floors while offering a unique blend of functionality and style. The design combines practicality with an airy, open atmosphere, elevating the property’s overall aesthetic and livability.
Structural enhancements, such as new steel beams and additional joists, were integrated to support the added load, ensuring both durability and safety.
One of the primary challenges in the loft conversion at 41 Hillside Crescent was meeting the client’s preferences. The client requested no dormer addition and was keen on retaining all available space in the study room. To achieve this, we strategically reallocated stair width from the secondary bedroom, enabling us to position the new staircase in alignment with the existing stairs below. This solution provided the necessary headroom at the landing without compromising space in other key areas. The design maintained the property’s functional flow while respecting the client’s requirements for both layout and spatial integrity.
41 Hillside Crescent project involved a carefully planned loft conversion designed to maximise space and natural light. This transformation included the installation of Velux Cabrio skylight balconies, bringing daylight into the upper floors while offering a unique blend of functionality and style. The design combines practicality with an airy, open atmosphere, elevating the property’s overall aesthetic and livability.
Structural enhancements, such as new steel beams and additional joists, were integrated to support the added load, ensuring both durability and safety.
One of the primary challenges in the loft conversion at 41 Hillside Crescent was meeting the client’s preferences. The client requested no dormer addition and was keen on retaining all available space in the study room. To achieve this, we strategically reallocated stair width from the secondary bedroom, enabling us to position the new staircase in alignment with the existing stairs below. This solution provided the necessary headroom at the landing without compromising space in other key areas. The design maintained the property’s functional flow while respecting the client’s requirements for both layout and spatial integrity.
41 Hillside Crescent project involved a carefully planned loft conversion designed to maximise space and natural light. This transformation included the installation of Velux Cabrio skylight balconies, bringing daylight into the upper floors while offering a unique blend of functionality and style. The design combines practicality with an airy, open atmosphere, elevating the property’s overall aesthetic and livability.
Structural enhancements, such as new steel beams and additional joists, were integrated to support the added load, ensuring both durability and safety.
One of the primary challenges in the loft conversion at 41 Hillside Crescent was meeting the client’s preferences. The client requested no dormer addition and was keen on retaining all available space in the study room. To achieve this, we strategically reallocated stair width from the secondary bedroom, enabling us to position the new staircase in alignment with the existing stairs below. This solution provided the necessary headroom at the landing without compromising space in other key areas. The design maintained the property’s functional flow while respecting the client’s requirements for both layout and spatial integrity.
41 Hillside Crescent project involved a carefully planned loft conversion designed to maximise space and natural light. This transformation included the installation of Velux Cabrio skylight balconies, bringing daylight into the upper floors while offering a unique blend of functionality and style. The design combines practicality with an airy, open atmosphere, elevating the property’s overall aesthetic and livability.
Structural enhancements, such as new steel beams and additional joists, were integrated to support the added load, ensuring both durability and safety.
One of the primary challenges in the loft conversion at 41 Hillside Crescent was meeting the client’s preferences. The client requested no dormer addition and was keen on retaining all available space in the study room. To achieve this, we strategically reallocated stair width from the secondary bedroom, enabling us to position the new staircase in alignment with the existing stairs below. This solution provided the necessary headroom at the landing without compromising space in other key areas. The design maintained the property’s functional flow while respecting the client’s requirements for both layout and spatial integrity.
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Hillside
41 Hillside Crescent
The project at 8 Eaton Court involved the redesign and extension of a three-bedroom house to accommodate the client’s requirements for enhanced functionality and additional space. The side extension on the ground floor was designed to include a utility room and a covered garage, seamlessly integrating these features into the existing layout while maintaining the aesthetic harmony of the property.
The side extension at 8 Eaton Court not only accommodated the client’s request for a utility room and a covered garage on the ground floor but also allowed for significant improvements on the first floor. By incorporating the extension, we successfully enlarged the secondary bedroom, enhancing its spatial quality and increasing access to natural daylight, along with the addition of extra wardrobes for functional storage.
Moreover, the master bedroom benefited substantially from the redesign, as it was upgraded with a private en-suite bathroom and larger windows to allow more daylight, creating a brighter and more luxurious living environment. These changes transformed the house into a modern, functional home while meeting the client’s needs for comfort and practicality.
Moreover, the master bedroom benefited substantially from the redesign, as it was upgraded with a private en-suite bathroom and larger windows to allow more daylight, creating a brighter and more luxurious living environment. These changes transformed the house into a modern, functional home while meeting the client’s needs for comfort and practicality.
The project at 8 Eaton Court involved the redesign and extension of a three-bedroom house to accommodate the client’s requirements for enhanced functionality and additional space. The side extension on the ground floor was designed to include a utility room and a covered garage, seamlessly integrating these features into the existing layout while maintaining the aesthetic harmony of the property.
The side extension at 8 Eaton Court not only accommodated the client’s request for a utility room and a covered garage on the ground floor but also allowed for significant improvements on the first floor. By incorporating the extension, we successfully enlarged the secondary bedroom, enhancing its spatial quality and increasing access to natural daylight, along with the addition of extra wardrobes for functional storage.
Moreover, the master bedroom benefited substantially from the redesign, as it was upgraded with a private en-suite bathroom and larger windows to allow more daylight, creating a brighter and more luxurious living environment. These changes transformed the house into a modern, functional home while meeting the client’s needs for comfort and practicality.
Moreover, the master bedroom benefited substantially from the redesign, as it was upgraded with a private en-suite bathroom and larger windows to allow more daylight, creating a brighter and more luxurious living environment. These changes transformed the house into a modern, functional home while meeting the client’s needs for comfort and practicality.
The project at 8 Eaton Court involved the redesign and extension of a three-bedroom house to accommodate the client’s requirements for enhanced functionality and additional space. The side extension on the ground floor was designed to include a utility room and a covered garage, seamlessly integrating these features into the existing layout while maintaining the aesthetic harmony of the property.
The side extension at 8 Eaton Court not only accommodated the client’s request for a utility room and a covered garage on the ground floor but also allowed for significant improvements on the first floor. By incorporating the extension, we successfully enlarged the secondary bedroom, enhancing its spatial quality and increasing access to natural daylight, along with the addition of extra wardrobes for functional storage.
Moreover, the master bedroom benefited substantially from the redesign, as it was upgraded with a private en-suite bathroom and larger windows to allow more daylight, creating a brighter and more luxurious living environment. These changes transformed the house into a modern, functional home while meeting the client’s needs for comfort and practicality.
Moreover, the master bedroom benefited substantially from the redesign, as it was upgraded with a private en-suite bathroom and larger windows to allow more daylight, creating a brighter and more luxurious living environment. These changes transformed the house into a modern, functional home while meeting the client’s needs for comfort and practicality.
The project at 8 Eaton Court involved the redesign and extension of a three-bedroom house to accommodate the client’s requirements for enhanced functionality and additional space. The side extension on the ground floor was designed to include a utility room and a covered garage, seamlessly integrating these features into the existing layout while maintaining the aesthetic harmony of the property.
The side extension at 8 Eaton Court not only accommodated the client’s request for a utility room and a covered garage on the ground floor but also allowed for significant improvements on the first floor. By incorporating the extension, we successfully enlarged the secondary bedroom, enhancing its spatial quality and increasing access to natural daylight, along with the addition of extra wardrobes for functional storage.
Moreover, the master bedroom benefited substantially from the redesign, as it was upgraded with a private en-suite bathroom and larger windows to allow more daylight, creating a brighter and more luxurious living environment. These changes transformed the house into a modern, functional home while meeting the client’s needs for comfort and practicality.
Moreover, the master bedroom benefited substantially from the redesign, as it was upgraded with a private en-suite bathroom and larger windows to allow more daylight, creating a brighter and more luxurious living environment. These changes transformed the house into a modern, functional home while meeting the client’s needs for comfort and practicality.
The project at 8 Eaton Court involved the redesign and extension of a three-bedroom house to accommodate the client’s requirements for enhanced functionality and additional space. The side extension on the ground floor was designed to include a utility room and a covered garage, seamlessly integrating these features into the existing layout while maintaining the aesthetic harmony of the property.
The side extension at 8 Eaton Court not only accommodated the client’s request for a utility room and a covered garage on the ground floor but also allowed for significant improvements on the first floor. By incorporating the extension, we successfully enlarged the secondary bedroom, enhancing its spatial quality and increasing access to natural daylight, along with the addition of extra wardrobes for functional storage.
Moreover, the master bedroom benefited substantially from the redesign, as it was upgraded with a private en-suite bathroom and larger windows to allow more daylight, creating a brighter and more luxurious living environment. These changes transformed the house into a modern, functional home while meeting the client’s needs for comfort and practicality.
Moreover, the master bedroom benefited substantially from the redesign, as it was upgraded with a private en-suite bathroom and larger windows to allow more daylight, creating a brighter and more luxurious living environment. These changes transformed the house into a modern, functional home while meeting the client’s needs for comfort and practicality.
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Eaton
8 Eaton Court
The project at 56 Ibeg Close was designed to meet the unique needs of a multi-generational family living in a close-knit arrangement. Over time, the family required a semi-independent space for the eldest daughter, prompting the decision to transform the loft into a compact yet functional suite.
The design aimed to create a self-contained living area within the loft, ensuring privacy and comfort while maintaining a connection to the main household. The transformation included a hip-to-gable conversion to achieve the necessary height and maximise usable space, followed by the construction of a dormer to provide additional headroom and natural light. The result was a thoughtfully designed suite that blended practicality with the warmth of family living, tailored to the evolving needs of the household.
The project at 56 Ibeg Close was designed to meet the unique needs of a multi-generational family living in a close-knit arrangement. Over time, the family required a semi-independent space for the eldest daughter, prompting the decision to transform the loft into a compact yet functional suite.
The design aimed to create a self-contained living area within the loft, ensuring privacy and comfort while maintaining a connection to the main household. The transformation included a hip-to-gable conversion to achieve the necessary height and maximise usable space, followed by the construction of a dormer to provide additional headroom and natural light. The result was a thoughtfully designed suite that blended practicality with the warmth of family living, tailored to the evolving needs of the household.
The project at 56 Ibeg Close was designed to meet the unique needs of a multi-generational family living in a close-knit arrangement. Over time, the family required a semi-independent space for the eldest daughter, prompting the decision to transform the loft into a compact yet functional suite.
The design aimed to create a self-contained living area within the loft, ensuring privacy and comfort while maintaining a connection to the main household. The transformation included a hip-to-gable conversion to achieve the necessary height and maximise usable space, followed by the construction of a dormer to provide additional headroom and natural light. The result was a thoughtfully designed suite that blended practicality with the warmth of family living, tailored to the evolving needs of the household.
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Iveagh
56 Iveagh Close
The project involved redesigning a one-bedroom semi-detached house for a recently married couple to meet their evolving needs while ensuring functionality and comfort. The primary objective was to convert the home into a three-bedroom layout, accommodating visiting parents and other specific requirements.
To achieve design cohesion and meet the client’s requirements, we utilised Dry stone wall for the new boundary wall and integrated these materials into the facade redesign. By combining these natural stones with wooden accents on the main entrance and aluminium frames, we ensured that the materials provided both aesthetic harmony and functional durability.
The redesign of the facade included thoughtful modifications to enhance functionality and visual appeal. Gas and water meters were discreetly concealed within a cohesive frame added to the facade, which also incorporated the secondary entrance door leading to the side corridor. This approach not only provided a clean, unified look but also added a fresh character to the building's exterior.
To achieve design cohesion and meet the client’s requirements, we utilised Dry stone wall for the new boundary wall and integrated these materials into the facade redesign. By combining these natural stones with wooden accents on the main entrance and aluminium frames, we ensured that the materials provided both aesthetic harmony and functional durability.
The redesign of the facade included thoughtful modifications to enhance functionality and visual appeal. Gas and water meters were discreetly concealed within a cohesive frame added to the facade, which also incorporated the secondary entrance door leading to the side corridor. This approach not only provided a clean, unified look but also added a fresh character to the building's exterior.
Given the couple’s very limited budget and their need to transform this house into a welcoming and comfortable home, we focused on delivering a design that maximised value without exceeding financial constraints. Every design decision was carefully considered to balance affordability with quality, ensuring that the final result aligned with their vision of a dream home.
By strategically selecting cost-effective materials and optimising the use of existing structures, we were able to create a functional and aesthetically pleasing space. This thoughtful approach allowed us to achieve the desired transformation while staying within budget, proving that a well-designed home doesn’t have to come at an extraordinary cost.
By strategically selecting cost-effective materials and optimising the use of existing structures, we were able to create a functional and aesthetically pleasing space. This thoughtful approach allowed us to achieve the desired transformation while staying within budget, proving that a well-designed home doesn’t have to come at an extraordinary cost.
Given the client’s preference for enhanced privacy and security, they initially requested the addition of a dividing wall to separate shared spaces. However, this posed significant design challenges, leading us to propose an alternative solution: relocating the main entrance and completely reconfiguring the house’s layout. This approach not only resolved the privacy concerns but also optimised the overall functionality and flow of the home.
By rethinking the layout, we were able to create a more cohesive and efficient design that maintained the couple’s privacy while enhancing the overall living experience. The result was a thoughtful transformation that not only addressed their concerns but also contributed to a more harmonious and functional space.
By rethinking the layout, we were able to create a more cohesive and efficient design that maintained the couple’s privacy while enhancing the overall living experience. The result was a thoughtful transformation that not only addressed their concerns but also contributed to a more harmonious and functional space.
To emphasise and make the main entrance more inviting, the entryway's height was increased, creating a distinct focal point. This adjustment clearly defined the entrance path, offering a welcoming and prominent feature while seamlessly integrating with the building's overall architectural language.
This careful attention to materials and design ensured the project met both aesthetic and practical goals, resulting in a cohesive, functional, and visually appealing transformation.
This careful attention to materials and design ensured the project met both aesthetic and practical goals, resulting in a cohesive, functional, and visually appealing transformation.
After careful analysis, the design incorporated the following changes:
Three Bedrooms: The new layout included a guest bedroom, a home office for the wife, and an expanded master bedroom, ensuring all spaces were functional and well-sized.
Privacy Enhancement: Due to issues with the shared entrance with the neighbouring property, the entryway was relocated to the opposite side of the house, improving privacy and accessibility.
Game and TV Room: The original garage was retained and repurposed into a dedicated space for the husband to enjoy games or watch sports without disturbing others in the household.
Rear Expansion: A minor extension in the backyard allowed for an optimised layout, ensuring the new spaces were proportionate and comfortable while maximising the use of available area.
The final design carefully balanced practicality with aesthetics, creating a home that met the couple’s current needs while allowing for future adaptability.
Three Bedrooms: The new layout included a guest bedroom, a home office for the wife, and an expanded master bedroom, ensuring all spaces were functional and well-sized.
Privacy Enhancement: Due to issues with the shared entrance with the neighbouring property, the entryway was relocated to the opposite side of the house, improving privacy and accessibility.
Game and TV Room: The original garage was retained and repurposed into a dedicated space for the husband to enjoy games or watch sports without disturbing others in the household.
Rear Expansion: A minor extension in the backyard allowed for an optimised layout, ensuring the new spaces were proportionate and comfortable while maximising the use of available area.
The final design carefully balanced practicality with aesthetics, creating a home that met the couple’s current needs while allowing for future adaptability.
The project involved redesigning a one-bedroom semi-detached house for a recently married couple to meet their evolving needs while ensuring functionality and comfort. The primary objective was to convert the home into a three-bedroom layout, accommodating visiting parents and other specific requirements.
To achieve design cohesion and meet the client’s requirements, we utilised Dry stone wall for the new boundary wall and integrated these materials into the facade redesign. By combining these natural stones with wooden accents on the main entrance and aluminium frames, we ensured that the materials provided both aesthetic harmony and functional durability.
The redesign of the facade included thoughtful modifications to enhance functionality and visual appeal. Gas and water meters were discreetly concealed within a cohesive frame added to the facade, which also incorporated the secondary entrance door leading to the side corridor. This approach not only provided a clean, unified look but also added a fresh character to the building's exterior.
To achieve design cohesion and meet the client’s requirements, we utilised Dry stone wall for the new boundary wall and integrated these materials into the facade redesign. By combining these natural stones with wooden accents on the main entrance and aluminium frames, we ensured that the materials provided both aesthetic harmony and functional durability.
The redesign of the facade included thoughtful modifications to enhance functionality and visual appeal. Gas and water meters were discreetly concealed within a cohesive frame added to the facade, which also incorporated the secondary entrance door leading to the side corridor. This approach not only provided a clean, unified look but also added a fresh character to the building's exterior.
Given the couple’s very limited budget and their need to transform this house into a welcoming and comfortable home, we focused on delivering a design that maximised value without exceeding financial constraints. Every design decision was carefully considered to balance affordability with quality, ensuring that the final result aligned with their vision of a dream home.
By strategically selecting cost-effective materials and optimising the use of existing structures, we were able to create a functional and aesthetically pleasing space. This thoughtful approach allowed us to achieve the desired transformation while staying within budget, proving that a well-designed home doesn’t have to come at an extraordinary cost.
By strategically selecting cost-effective materials and optimising the use of existing structures, we were able to create a functional and aesthetically pleasing space. This thoughtful approach allowed us to achieve the desired transformation while staying within budget, proving that a well-designed home doesn’t have to come at an extraordinary cost.
Given the client’s preference for enhanced privacy and security, they initially requested the addition of a dividing wall to separate shared spaces. However, this posed significant design challenges, leading us to propose an alternative solution: relocating the main entrance and completely reconfiguring the house’s layout. This approach not only resolved the privacy concerns but also optimised the overall functionality and flow of the home.
By rethinking the layout, we were able to create a more cohesive and efficient design that maintained the couple’s privacy while enhancing the overall living experience. The result was a thoughtful transformation that not only addressed their concerns but also contributed to a more harmonious and functional space.
By rethinking the layout, we were able to create a more cohesive and efficient design that maintained the couple’s privacy while enhancing the overall living experience. The result was a thoughtful transformation that not only addressed their concerns but also contributed to a more harmonious and functional space.
To emphasise and make the main entrance more inviting, the entryway's height was increased, creating a distinct focal point. This adjustment clearly defined the entrance path, offering a welcoming and prominent feature while seamlessly integrating with the building's overall architectural language.
This careful attention to materials and design ensured the project met both aesthetic and practical goals, resulting in a cohesive, functional, and visually appealing transformation.
This careful attention to materials and design ensured the project met both aesthetic and practical goals, resulting in a cohesive, functional, and visually appealing transformation.
After careful analysis, the design incorporated the following changes:
Three Bedrooms: The new layout included a guest bedroom, a home office for the wife, and an expanded master bedroom, ensuring all spaces were functional and well-sized.
Privacy Enhancement: Due to issues with the shared entrance with the neighbouring property, the entryway was relocated to the opposite side of the house, improving privacy and accessibility.
Game and TV Room: The original garage was retained and repurposed into a dedicated space for the husband to enjoy games or watch sports without disturbing others in the household.
Rear Expansion: A minor extension in the backyard allowed for an optimised layout, ensuring the new spaces were proportionate and comfortable while maximising the use of available area.
The final design carefully balanced practicality with aesthetics, creating a home that met the couple’s current needs while allowing for future adaptability.
Three Bedrooms: The new layout included a guest bedroom, a home office for the wife, and an expanded master bedroom, ensuring all spaces were functional and well-sized.
Privacy Enhancement: Due to issues with the shared entrance with the neighbouring property, the entryway was relocated to the opposite side of the house, improving privacy and accessibility.
Game and TV Room: The original garage was retained and repurposed into a dedicated space for the husband to enjoy games or watch sports without disturbing others in the household.
Rear Expansion: A minor extension in the backyard allowed for an optimised layout, ensuring the new spaces were proportionate and comfortable while maximising the use of available area.
The final design carefully balanced practicality with aesthetics, creating a home that met the couple’s current needs while allowing for future adaptability.
The project involved redesigning a one-bedroom semi-detached house for a recently married couple to meet their evolving needs while ensuring functionality and comfort. The primary objective was to convert the home into a three-bedroom layout, accommodating visiting parents and other specific requirements.
To achieve design cohesion and meet the client’s requirements, we utilised Dry stone wall for the new boundary wall and integrated these materials into the facade redesign. By combining these natural stones with wooden accents on the main entrance and aluminium frames, we ensured that the materials provided both aesthetic harmony and functional durability.
The redesign of the facade included thoughtful modifications to enhance functionality and visual appeal. Gas and water meters were discreetly concealed within a cohesive frame added to the facade, which also incorporated the secondary entrance door leading to the side corridor. This approach not only provided a clean, unified look but also added a fresh character to the building's exterior.
To achieve design cohesion and meet the client’s requirements, we utilised Dry stone wall for the new boundary wall and integrated these materials into the facade redesign. By combining these natural stones with wooden accents on the main entrance and aluminium frames, we ensured that the materials provided both aesthetic harmony and functional durability.
The redesign of the facade included thoughtful modifications to enhance functionality and visual appeal. Gas and water meters were discreetly concealed within a cohesive frame added to the facade, which also incorporated the secondary entrance door leading to the side corridor. This approach not only provided a clean, unified look but also added a fresh character to the building's exterior.
Given the couple’s very limited budget and their need to transform this house into a welcoming and comfortable home, we focused on delivering a design that maximised value without exceeding financial constraints. Every design decision was carefully considered to balance affordability with quality, ensuring that the final result aligned with their vision of a dream home.
By strategically selecting cost-effective materials and optimising the use of existing structures, we were able to create a functional and aesthetically pleasing space. This thoughtful approach allowed us to achieve the desired transformation while staying within budget, proving that a well-designed home doesn’t have to come at an extraordinary cost.
By strategically selecting cost-effective materials and optimising the use of existing structures, we were able to create a functional and aesthetically pleasing space. This thoughtful approach allowed us to achieve the desired transformation while staying within budget, proving that a well-designed home doesn’t have to come at an extraordinary cost.
Given the client’s preference for enhanced privacy and security, they initially requested the addition of a dividing wall to separate shared spaces. However, this posed significant design challenges, leading us to propose an alternative solution: relocating the main entrance and completely reconfiguring the house’s layout. This approach not only resolved the privacy concerns but also optimised the overall functionality and flow of the home.
By rethinking the layout, we were able to create a more cohesive and efficient design that maintained the couple’s privacy while enhancing the overall living experience. The result was a thoughtful transformation that not only addressed their concerns but also contributed to a more harmonious and functional space.
By rethinking the layout, we were able to create a more cohesive and efficient design that maintained the couple’s privacy while enhancing the overall living experience. The result was a thoughtful transformation that not only addressed their concerns but also contributed to a more harmonious and functional space.
To emphasise and make the main entrance more inviting, the entryway's height was increased, creating a distinct focal point. This adjustment clearly defined the entrance path, offering a welcoming and prominent feature while seamlessly integrating with the building's overall architectural language.
This careful attention to materials and design ensured the project met both aesthetic and practical goals, resulting in a cohesive, functional, and visually appealing transformation.
This careful attention to materials and design ensured the project met both aesthetic and practical goals, resulting in a cohesive, functional, and visually appealing transformation.
After careful analysis, the design incorporated the following changes:
Three Bedrooms: The new layout included a guest bedroom, a home office for the wife, and an expanded master bedroom, ensuring all spaces were functional and well-sized.
Privacy Enhancement: Due to issues with the shared entrance with the neighbouring property, the entryway was relocated to the opposite side of the house, improving privacy and accessibility.
Game and TV Room: The original garage was retained and repurposed into a dedicated space for the husband to enjoy games or watch sports without disturbing others in the household.
Rear Expansion: A minor extension in the backyard allowed for an optimised layout, ensuring the new spaces were proportionate and comfortable while maximising the use of available area.
The final design carefully balanced practicality with aesthetics, creating a home that met the couple’s current needs while allowing for future adaptability.
Three Bedrooms: The new layout included a guest bedroom, a home office for the wife, and an expanded master bedroom, ensuring all spaces were functional and well-sized.
Privacy Enhancement: Due to issues with the shared entrance with the neighbouring property, the entryway was relocated to the opposite side of the house, improving privacy and accessibility.
Game and TV Room: The original garage was retained and repurposed into a dedicated space for the husband to enjoy games or watch sports without disturbing others in the household.
Rear Expansion: A minor extension in the backyard allowed for an optimised layout, ensuring the new spaces were proportionate and comfortable while maximising the use of available area.
The final design carefully balanced practicality with aesthetics, creating a home that met the couple’s current needs while allowing for future adaptability.
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Alexandra
32 Alexandra Road
St Neots Flats
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