Property description

No 5 consists of a large, two storey, detached four bedroom dwelling with attached double garage located in a residential estate. The dwelling is constructed of red brick with a contrasting beige brick to the upper floor with a pitched roof covered with plain clay tiles. Accommodation consists of four bedrooms, with two reception rooms, kitchen, and bathroom. The property benefits from a large conservatory at the rear. The property has not been significantly altered and permitted development rights remain intact.

The property has a shared private driveway with private off-street parking for two vehicles and a gated access to the side of the garage. The rear garden is large and sloped with various levels of grass, decking and patio. The street scene in this locality consists of similar detached dwellings constructed in the latter part of the twentieth century with varying plot widths.

After living in the property for a number of years the owners were interested in replacing the leaking conservatory and altering the internal layout but felt stuck with what could actually be done with the house. An existing client who spoke highly of our services recommended us to the owners.

Proposals

The extension's design draws inspiration from the existing garage structure, which features a hipped roof and inset panels of brickwork. Continuous glazing within the roof slope used in conjunction with other openings allow the kitchen dining space to be flooded with natural light whilst framing views of the garden and sky. A refreshed hard and soft landscaping scheme creates an inviting external seating area with stepped access to the upper levels. Inside, the main bedroom now features an ensuite shower room, dressing area, and juliet balcony, while the family bathroom has been reconfigured for improved functionality.

Guidance consulted when approaching the design

National Planning Policy Framework - Section 12 - Achieving well-designed places

West Northamptonshire Joint Core Strategy 2014 - Policies S10, Sustainable Development Principles

Northampton Local Plan 1997 (saved policies)

Supplementary Planning Documents - Residential extensions and alterations design guide 2011

Discoveries that caused the initial design to be revised

A lightweight 'warm roof' specification consisting of hidden structural aluminium framework, structural roof panels, and synthetic slates was changed by the builder to a traditional cut timber roof to support interlocking tiles.
A second drainage inspection chamber was discovered within the footprint of the conservatory.