Lines & Crowe Engineering and Construction

A prominent corner plot is the location of this beautiful family home. A more traditional house required a substantial extension for more bedrooms and living space. Important elements for our client were natural light for their art collection, a gorgeous kitchen and entertaining space and a knock out master bedroom suite. We delivered this and more!

# Brief
Our client needed additional bedroom space for a more generous master bedroom with great connection to the mature garden to the rear. It was also key to provide a more open fluid layout with a living kitchen space for everyday use. It was important to find two work from home offices with enjoyable views to the rear. Sustainability within the design was a concern for our client and the simplest way to achieve this was to retain as much of the existing as possible without needlessly demolishing parts of the original property.

![Regnier Wilson Sketches](//images.ctfassets.net/m89aihghrib4/5q9X7QUM6nVMSjnD9sJuKP/885b8fd29c1e65f162541aaa1edc9685/MRW_CONCEPT.jpg)

# Concept
With some sensible interventions we were able to create all of the above with a contrasting modern extension. A series of simple forms tucked around the existing property were broken with a clear delineating glass link. The front elevation allows for a two storey side extension that follows the traditional domestic scale gable form, whilst at the rear a single storey extension captures sufficient space for the new ground floor additions. The material palette was chosen to provide a contrast where the new stood apart from the old with dark timber cladding.

![Ground Floor Plan Regnier-Wilson](//images.ctfassets.net/m89aihghrib4/4JTSnhbAsXCuCdYfwSR5wj/9fda99b739410e3dc9477911e4e6ebbc/J000270_GF.jpg) Ground Floor Plan
![First Floor Plan Regnier-Wilson](//images.ctfassets.net/m89aihghrib4/6Ljcp11Pa4uQhbSKwXQJTm/a19fbf77b1fb660e8fcf1cf7656e8835/J000270_FF.jpg) First Floor Plan

# Challenges
The largest challenge to this project was the planning process due to some interesting local parameters. Engaging a tree specialist early on allowed for decisions to be made about the retention of some key trees and the best method of protection. The rear boundary was also a Grade II Listed brick wall that needed to be clearly protected which formed part of the submission process. As such a pre-application meeting with the local authority yielded valuable feedback to engage on these subjects and ensure that we had responded suitably to each matter prior to an application.

3D external render of house extension in Essex

3D render for house extension in Essex Rear Garden View

3D internal render of kitchen area with kitchen island and roof lights for house extension in Essex

3D internal render of kitchen area with roof lights for house extension in Essex

3D internal render of kitchen space with island and roof lights for house extension in Essex

3D internal render of bedroom area for house extension in Essex

First Floor Plan for rear and side extension in Essex

Ground Floor Plan for rear and side extension in Essex

Westlands

This project started life as a loft conversion to this charming Period Property but soon became additional works including a reconfiguration of the existing building as well as an additional pool house and cart lodge. There were many challenges with the age of the property but with a considered approach and careful coordination with the Structural Engineer the result will be fabulous.

# Brief

Located in fields with gorgeous surrounding views the clients wanted to make the most of this with a loft conversion and some simple internal reconfiguration. The brief included making sure the bedrooms were proportioned correctly as well as ensure circulation was easy to navigate from ground floor through to the new loft. 

The brief expanded after planning was submitted for the loft. Our clients wanted to convert their existing garage into a pool house and shower room overlooking the swimming pool. They would also require a large garage to fit in the vehicles both internally and externally. 

# Concept

Our design achieved a generous sized Master bedroom suite including a walk through dressing area and a bathroom. We made the most of what space was available to ensure the house worked holistically. 

The pool house and new garage uses materials that are complimentary and do not out-shine the main house. The pool house has lovely big sliding doors that open up to the pool while also creating a sheltered elevation for the outdoor barbecue and entertainment area. 

![201 0](//images.ctfassets.net/m89aihghrib4/jcSV5VstTJUAGD9RijO92/d3bee45bd76bb517d216fa622be8d201/201_0.jpg)Ground Floor Plan

![201 1](//images.ctfassets.net/m89aihghrib4/R02Plf1Xuim0eVxRDf3Fg/59eeff1eb10c74c88c28d14527e901c4/201_1.jpg)First Floor Plan

![201 2](//images.ctfassets.net/m89aihghrib4/LufVTAnQOlH2hP7bttRpQ/cc53bb41654b4f05ae5c736e503da49e/201_2.jpg)Second Floor Plan

![244](//images.ctfassets.net/m89aihghrib4/3MbCPKtUVwde2Hpmdt8636/876c589589aafdf1ec0bd9e0c6ccc2ec/244.jpg) Carport and Pool House

# Challenges
This building is a very beautiful old house with the original structure still in tact. We needed to find a way to design a new loft that would work with the existing rafters, and then ensure the existing foundations could handle it! 

# VR
See below for the VR experience we created for our clients! This helps our clients really visualise what their new home looks like, it also helps our clients make further decisions with kitchen design and overall finishes. See more about our VR and design process in our [Stage 1](https://method.studio/process) guide. 

3d render of house extension, garden pool and pool house

3D OVERALL RENDER

3D pool

3D RENDER CARPORT

3D RENDER GARDEN

3D RENDER PATIO

3D RENDER POOL

Floor plan for ground floor house extension in London

Floor plans for first floor house extension in Essex

Floor plans for second floor house extension and loft conversion in Essex

Car port and pool house new build in Essex

Great Waltham

Lines & Crowe have worked through a number of our projects, delivering great results. From their tender process through to their onsite workmanship, they always provide attention to detail and great communication with our team and our clients. Their experienced team with backgrounds in steel fabrication and construction ensure all bases are covered for an efficient, reliable and smooth build.

Our examples of work with Lines & Crowe continues to grow, you can explore these and others below. 