Barnrose managed the full design, planning, and build process.
The front elevation of this 1960s infill house was completely reimagined in a traditional Victorian style, carefully replicating the proportions and architectural character of the surrounding terrace. The existing windows and flat-fronted bay were removed, and the façade was rebuilt in blockwork to create openings for two traditional sash windows, each with stone heads and sills. The original front door opening was retained, while a new triple-bay stone mullion window was introduced, featuring a central picture window flanked by two angled side windows beneath a slated roof. These alterations collectively restored a harmonious Victorian aesthetic to the street scene.
To the rear, the façade was rendered and painted white, with the introduction of French doors to the kitchen extension and a new timber sash window on the first-floor elevation. The original roof structure was completely removed to allow for the formation of a flat-roof dormer. A steel ridge beam and a series of supporting steel members were installed to create the primary framework, ensuring the necessary structural strength. The dormer was then constructed with timber struts and finished in natural slate tiles. Its design incorporated double casement windows and a set of french doors opening onto a balcony, offering beautiful park views to the rear.
Internally, the property was reconfigured from its original layout of two bedrooms with a ground-floor bathroom into a spacious and functional family home. The main bathroom was cleverly positioned between the two first-floor bedrooms to maximise space and convenience, while a loft conversion added a third bedroom and an additional bathroom. On the ground floor, the two separate reception rooms were opened up to form a generous open-plan living area, significantly enhancing light and flow throughout. The kitchen benefited from the removal of the former ground-floor bathroom, resulting in a more expansive, practical, and sociable layout
This transformation created a spacious home that now blends seamlessly with the surrounding Victorian terrace, enhancing both its charm and practicality.
