Denham House extension and remodel

Beech Architects Limited, Colchester , 2023

 

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Denham House, a Victorian detached property in East Bergholt, South Suffolk, overlooks Stour Valley and Dedham Vale. Situated in a Conservation Area and AONB.

The scheme comprises a two storey larch clad extension with open plan living, kitchen and dining at ground level and a smaller first floor volume with a bedroom and en suite. The existing external brick wall to the kitchen was removed creating an open plan link between the existing house and ground floor extension. At first floor a window opening has been widened and lowered to provide a link to the first floor extension. The extension’s size and form respond to various site constraints such as ensuring adequate daylight to neighbouring properties, a large tree central to the garden and respecting the fenestration of the existing house. The extension facade consists of a series of scattered picture frame windows creating a playful yet functional elevation. The interior has been opened up to the outside and maximises natural light and views to the garden. Comprehensive renovations breathe new life into the existing house both inside and out. Internal enhancements include installation of a new staircase, adding internal insulation, the introduction of roof lights above the staircase and existing bathroom. Externally brickwork to the existing house has been repointed and the roof to the existing single storey utility repaired. All existing windows have been replaced and upgraded with modern timber sash windows. The former garden shed/garage gives way to a new garage/annex, echoing the design language of the main extension. Adding to the eco-conscious approach, both the extension and annex have mixed sedum blanket roofs contributing to the enhanced site biodiversity.

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  • Begun: Oct 2022
  • Completed: Aug 2023
  • Floor area: 227m2
  • Sector: Residential
  • Total cost: £320,000
  • Funding: Private
  • Tender date: Jul 2022
  • Procurement: Bespoke written agreement between client and builder. Traditional procurement route up to approval of Building Regulations. Construction stage managed as a self build.
  • Address: Denham House , White Horse Road , East Bergholt , Colchester , CO7 6TR, United Kingdom

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