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About this project

This project combined the sensitive renovation of a 200-year-old cottage with the construction of a striking contemporary extension. The existing cottage was stripped back to its shell, including a full replacement of the first-floor structure, and upgraded throughout with new electrics, plumbing, insulation, plastering, and high-spec internal finishes.

Designed to meet modern efficiency standards, the property was fully prepared for an air source heat pump installation. The works also included complete fit-outs of the kitchen, bathrooms, WC, and utility room, alongside bespoke joinery and a custom staircase featuring steel rod detailing.

The new extension features an extensive steel frame structure, carefully tied into the existing building, supporting large areas of glazing with sliding and fixed panels. Precision was critical where the modern structure met the original flint cottage, with bespoke detailing ensuring a seamless finish.

Externally, the project included copper roof detailing, flush internal-to-external tiling over a 90m² patio, and extensive landscaping works including a pond, water feature, stepping stones, sleeper retaining walls with lighting, steps, and pathways.

A complex and highly detailed build, every part of the property was transformed, delivering a unique blend of heritage and contemporary design.

  • Full renovation of 200-year-old cottage to modern standards
  • Structural steel extension with extensive glazing design
  • Complete internal reconfiguration and high-spec fit-out
  • Air source heat pump ready with full insulation upgrade
  • Bespoke joinery and feature staircase design
  • Precision integration between flint cottage and modern extension
  • 90m² external tiling with seamless indoor-outdoor transition
  • Full landscaping with pond, water feature, and lighting features

Testimonial

“Ben was recommended to us by friends and he did a fantastic job with our major house renovations.  His work is of the highest standards and he brings an eye for detail to his work, which complements our architect and our own ideas.  He engaged us in all stages of the work and managed all the subcontractors to ensure the timely delivery of our project.  We agreed on a clear payment schedule and he was open and clear about any extras to make sure there were no surprises.  He and the team were friendly and professional at all times and always left the site clean and tidy at the end of each day.  We cannot recommend Ben and his team highly enough.”

- Priors Owners

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View of a backyard garden seen from a living room with large glass doors. The garden features a lush green lawn, trees, outdoor furniture, and a small shed or garage in the background.
Modern glass extension on brick house with outdoor living space, including pink sofas, a small table, and surrounding plants.
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Modern house with an outdoor living area featuring a beige sofa and chairs, glass sliding doors, brick and stone exterior, surrounded by greenery and a blue sky.
A backyard patio area featuring a modern glass enclosure attached to a brick house with stone accents. The patio has outdoor furniture including a pink couch, dining table with chairs, and some lounge chairs. Green bushes and trees surround the area,
A backyard with lush green plants and trees, a brick house with a covered outdoor sitting area with sofas, dining table, and chairs, and a glass greenhouse.
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Living room with large glass sliding doors opening to a garden with lush trees and flowering bushes. Indoors, there's a wooden dining table with six gray chairs, a beige sofa with cushions, a small table with magazines, and a glass pitcher with glass
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