AML Architects

Victorian Infill - 8 New Build Flats

BRIEF:
The client needed a deliverable design. Previously a scheme had been approved at Planning by another company, with a number of issues making it unviable. An underground carpark for 8 parking spaces was approved, which would not be financially viable in that part of London. There were headroom issues on the stairs and had layouts not suitable for fire escape, etc…

CHALLENGES:
There was a Planning requirement for one parking space for each flat, which meant 8 parking spaces and not enough space at the front for them.

GOALS:
To provide a design that would achieve Planning approval without a basement, be compliant with Building Control and be aesthetically pleasing.

UNIQUE SOLUTION:
We achieved Planning approval for 4 parking spaces at the front, one of which was allocated for a car club and 8 vertically aligned 2 Bedroom Flats.
There were a number of adjacent Victorian houses with rich detailing, which was drawn up.

SUSTAINABILITY:
The flat roof was covered with Photovoltaic solar panels (PV) and each flat had a Heat Recovery system (MVHR) system throughout the flat.

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