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POLL: Period Property Update or New Build?

Pataross Projects

7 years ago

Hello!

We at Pataross Projects love transforming old buildings into contemporary homes, filled with surprise and modern design.

We recently undertook an unusual refurbishment of of 1920s bungalow.

We would love to know - would you be excited by the prospect of an interesting project, moulding a space to suit your needs, or would you prefer to move into a contemporary build and a blank canvas?

Let us know, below!

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Property Update?

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Carr Associates Architects

7 years ago

reuse recycle rather than new build where possible

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Stephen Edwards
7 years ago
If I could ever afford a bespoke new build on a dream site then it would be that; however I'm a firm believer in bringing new life into existing buildings so updating gets my vote.
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Elizabeth Allison Interiors Ltd
7 years ago
Period Property
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Rachael Wilson Architecture - Chartered Architect
7 years ago
I think it is always a super opportunity to blend the old building with the new to mold this to your clients desires and dreams!
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Melissa McCafferty
7 years ago
As an American living in London, I am just in love with old property homes. Would not trade my Georgian flat for anything right now! But if and when I get tired of city life, I would love a new build in the mountains; something similar to the New Build photo you features with glass on all sides!
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Pamela Langbridge Curtains and Upholstery
7 years ago
Only if my dream build on my dream site.
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The New & Reclaimed Flooring Company
7 years ago
I think you can keep the history and character of the bungalow and still add some new elements.

We've seen that some of our customers like to add new elements that match the construction.

Either way, Reclaimed floors are THE way to go for any Period Property.
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Ecoflap
7 years ago
New builds have their benefits, though new builds in the UK are built with woeful standards of insulation and energy efficiency, but a retrofit will always float my boat. Considering the energy and materials that have already gone into building a house to me it makes sound sense to update a house that is structurally sound and can operate effectively for another hundred years. It makes less sense to constantly throw money at a fairly ordinary old property that has really had its chips- this is as distinct from saving an old building of historic value.

The EnerPHit standard is an interesting option if you want to update an old building to maximise its energy efficiency.
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Isidora Markovic
7 years ago
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An old facade that is gutted and modernised is my favourite. Especially if they are repurposed industrial/agricultural/commercial buildings like barns or farmhouses, warehouses, schools, factories, etc, transformed into residential buildings. So much character. So period property for me, hands down!
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We love period properties - if you can create a contemporary feel but maintain the building's integrity then you have the best of both worlds! We added contemporary kitchen/diners to our Miner's Cottages to gain the benefit of modern facilities while preserving the original cottages.
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