3-bed semi renovation project
We here at Branwhite Properties thought we'd share our latest renovation project so you can all get an idea of the process we go through. Please feel free to ask questions. We would also love to hear your opinions.
To give you some initial context the following pictures show you what we were up against...years of neglect!
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7 years agolast modified: 7 years agoThe first stage was to strip the property down to the plaster. Given the age of the property it required rewiring and new central heating. We also decided to open the downstairs of the property to provide a nice big social area in the form of a kitchen diner.
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Comments (26)Paint....Urban obsession on left and night fever on right ... Surely I cud get away with this for a year or so? Took pictures of fireplace to a demolition yard ...he couldn't give me a proper estimate of what he would give me for it...u know what they are like!!! He said take it out and we will discuss ffs ! It's £450 to take out and render wall I don't have this money all our cash is goin on 'must haves' like rewire. Boiler, windows, kitchen... (crying face) Have no idea who could come and give me a proper valuation... I'm in Surrey near Croydon, CR6...See MoreRefurbing a small three bed semi
Comments (25)Hello Vicki Thanks! Bought the light fitting from a M&S sale ages ago- I knew eventually I would find the right place for it!...See MoreDesign Ideas for new renovation project
Comments (6)Thanks all for the really great comments. We’re not considering extension because of budget so a remodel will work better for us as it’s relatively spacious downstairs if we can make use of the space. Ideally we want a cozy front room (still debating whether to use brick or have double doors in there), open plan kitchen/breakfast and lounge. Also spaces in hallway and under the stairs for storage, WC and mini utility for washing machine. There’s a small WC just under the stairs. Do we get a structural engineer first or get the plan drawn up first. Also Will it suffice to use an interior designer with architecture experience or we need an architect to draw up all the plans, we’ll prefer the former because of cost and the fact we don’t need planning permission just structural engineer and building regulations approval. We’ve had a couple of builders say we’ll need a steel beam when we knock out the kitchen wall so agree with the comments above. Also is there anything that can be done upstairs to make the 3rd room bigger or that will not be cost effective and we should just renovate and get good furniture/beds that makes them a bit more spacious. Thanks again for your help!...See MoreHelp please ...3 Bed-Semi Extension
Comments (1)Hi Louise, It's always a good idea to go full width, but people often go only half as this is the only way the extension can qualify as an approved development. F.ex if you have a smaller garden, your new extension can't steal too much of that space without a full planning permission. The other obvious reason is of course the cost. If you have enough garden space, a 3m extension would fall under permitted development, so as long as you convince the planners on this, you'll have one worry less. Of course it's a good idea to keep your neighbours in the loop, they often appreciate it. Don't hesitate to get in touch with us - we are happy to offer a free professional consultation on how to get the most out of your project. Best, Cristina...See More
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7 years agoDemolition work is completed and we have installed a new contemporary front door to provide better security. We also bricked up the existing doorway from kitchen to garden and installed French doors to the kitchen diner.
Ocean Clarke
7 years ago- PRO
Branwhite Properties Ltd
7 years agolast modified: 7 years agoOur next steps with this project have been to install new electrics and re-plumb throughout. This has allowed us to re-position sockets and lighting for a more modern lifestyle and install central heating . A plaster skim over the entire property now provides us with a blank canvas.
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Branwhite Properties Ltd
7 years agoWe have started painting the new plastering. The kitchen diner is brilliant white to keep it fresh. The master bedroom was painted a neutral magnolia. The flooring has also been laid throughout the downstairs. Keeping it to one flooring type gives the look of a much larger area.
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Branwhite Properties Ltd
7 years agoThe project has moved into second fix stage. Cabinets have been fitted into the kitchen diner and the oven and extractor fan have been installed. The skirting board have been fitted throughout the downstairs and the woodwork has been freshened up with a coat of paint.
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