Spatial Design Architects were contacted by our client to undertake the design and gain planning permission for two contemporary family dwellings located within the rear garden of an existing dwelling in Brentwood. The project explores the opportunity to sensitively develop previously developed land within the Green Belt.
The dwellings are carefully designed as a landscape led approach adopting a traditional pitched roof form, reflecting the domestic architecture of the surrounding area. The design uses a material palette of black timber cladding, clay roof tiles and red brick, allowing the buildings to sit comfortably within the landscaped surroundings while maintaining a contemporary architectural design.
Sustainability has been carefully considered throughout the design with the incorporation of air source heat pumps, photovoltaic solar panels and highly insulated building fabric to reduce the overall carbon footprint of the homes. The development also includes electric vehicle charging points and permeable surfaces to support sustainable drainage and reduce surface water run-off.
The two dwellings have been designed as family homes that maximise natural light and outlook to the surrounding gardens. The rear elevations incorporate large glazed openings connecting the internal living spaces with generous private gardens, reinforcing the strong relationship between the architecture and the landscape.
The design of each dwelling incorporates:
- Large open plan living, dining and kitchen area overlooking the rear garden
- Separate utility space and ground floor WC
- Formal Lounge
- Three bedrooms
Each property benefits from generous private gardens exceeding typical amenity space standards, together with dedicated parking, cycle storage and refuse integrated within the overall site layout.
The project is currently progressing through the planning stage and represents an example of carefully considered back land development that responds positively to its landscape setting while delivering high quality family housing.
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