We've recently obtained planning approval for another exciting new build project, this time for clients in Nether Edge, Sheffield.
Leila and Chris came to us after they bought a detached bungalow with a beautiful garden in the Nether Edge Conservation area.
The existing property was cramped and had a poor relationship to the external space. HEM Architects were tasked with designing a new build home on the same plot. It would have a focus on creating a connection to the garden, providing lots of natural light and delivering fun and excitement.
The brief called for a large focal kitchen/living/dining area, snug space, music room and play area. Also Leila and Chris wanted a basketball court, table tennis table and mezzanine, with climbing net and slide.
Openings were to be considered to make the most of leafy views, promote access to the garden and welcome sunlight. Whilst also ensuring internal temperatures were controlled.
Planning permission has been successfully gained and technical detailing is underway, for an extensive new three storey timber framed home.
The property will be highly sustainable and energy efficient. It will be built to Passivhaus standards, and incorporate technologies including solar panels, air-source heat pump and Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery (MVHR).
Distinctive interlocking gabled volumes, clad in timber, zinc and stonework, create a striking yet sensitive contemporary addition to the local area.
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