Hembury Cottage, Wookey, and Stanford, West Town Lane, in Bristol

PRO Structures has been asked to assist with the structural remodelling design of this quaint property in the village of Wookey near Wells. The central two-storey core of the original house will remain in place, while large new two-storey extensions to the rear and side elevations are planned, with an external terrace and large open plan dining kitchen area.

We can’t wait to share the progress as the transformation of this stunning rural cottage evolves!  We are working with Gibson Architecture to design cost effective extension build proposals that match the clients sustainability requirements.

Complex sub-structure solutions for West Town Lane extension

Meanwhile, on West Town Lane in Bristol, PRO Structures is working on the design for a single storey rear extension to a property, while also extending the loft space with new dormers. The existing ground floor will be dropped 300mm to allow for greater head room, and all the existing foundations are to be underpinned to achieve this.  We have obtained the Approved Inspectors’ permission to utilise strip footings for the new extension foundations following geotechnical testing and tree identification.  This is so that the existing trees could be protected without piled foundations.  Approximate build costs will be approximately £100,000 with completion estimated as September 2024.

Sustainable timber frame loft replacement, ground source heat pump and balcony providing solar louvres in Oldbury-on-Severn

Carbon-friendly extension in Oldbury on Severn

The carbon-friendly proposals for this property at Priest Orchard in Oldbury-on-Severn involve a full loft replacement in timber framed construction to increase the first floor area with ground floor remodelling work and a new green oak framed external first floor balcony. Our client’s vision is to update a traditional farmhouse-style home for the 21st century, replacing the whole upper floor with a timber-clad structure more appropriate to its rural surroundings. They will also add a balcony, to take advantage of the south-facing views over open countryside, and this will double up as a frame to carry solar louvres to assist with natural cooling solutions and reduce solar glare. Meanwhile, the existing ground floor will be over-clad with insulated render and re-modelled to create a more appropriately-sized kitchen diner, and the heating system will be replaced with an air source heat pump. This project is out to tender at time of writing, and will follow the model below when built.