House to flat conversion. Ideas on these floorplans
telljojo
7 years ago
Hi all,
I'm working on plans to convert our unmodernised 1930's semi into 2x two bedroom flats.
A double storey extension will be needed to achieve the required floor space (Currently there is space for this on both the side and the rear of the house).
Would really welcome advice from the houzz community on the most efficient way to design the proposed extension, floorplans and layout in order to achieve the 2 x two bedroom flats.
Some Background:
- Urban setting 5 minutes from London, UK tube station
- The two flats will be rented to either a family or to professional sharers
- 1 x boundary walls houses an elevated railway line (can be noisy during rush hours)
- The 6metre Ground floor rear extension has already been given planning permission.
- Every thing else in the design can be changed before we apply for planning permission.
Plans of the existing original unmodernised house:
Ground Floor Proposed Plan
First Floor
All ideas, tips, criticism, knowledge and advice will be gratefully received.
Thank You.
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Gary Sharp
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7 years agoGary Sharp
7 years agoGary Sharp
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7 years agoGary Sharp
7 years agosorry, about to take off ,,, some quick thoughts
shift living room focus so they have privacy and morning light
borrow bathroom space to add wardrobes... allow small lights on eastern wall allow morning sparkle in... even in England you have sun sometimes :)
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