Project case studies

A build is judged by the finish — but managed through every stage before it.

Two South West London projects, from groundworks and steelwork through to a finished, contemporary home.

Project one

A rear extension, from groundworks to garden room.

These photographs follow a Victorian terrace extension through excavation, structural steel, the roof deck and first fix, to a finished kitchen extension opening onto the garden.

A project of this kind involves groundworks, structural steel, masonry, roofing, first-fix services and a fitted kitchen — coordinated between structural engineer, builder and specialist trades, with the homeowner kept informed at every stage.

Excavation and steel beams being positioned at the rear of a Victorian terrace — Groundworks and structural steel

New steel and timber structure against the original brickwork — Structural opening, steel bearing onto brick

Roof structure being built up with timber joists — Roof structure taking shape

Close detail of new brickwork below the roof structure — Brickwork detail

Aerial view of the roof deck under construction, insulation visible — Roof deck and insulation

First-fix ceiling timbers with cement mixer visible through the opening — First fix, ready for services

Skylight glazing detail against the original brick gable — Skylight detail

Completed extension with black-framed sliding doors onto a patio — Completed extension, exterior

Completed kitchen extension with island, brass pendant lighting and garden view — Completed kitchen extension

View from inside the finished extension down the garden — The finished outlook

What project management adds

Early coordination

Making sure structural information, services, materials and site decisions arrive before they hold up the work.

Cost awareness

Tracking changes and commitments while there is still time to make informed choices.

Consistent oversight

Maintaining communication and momentum from the disruptive stages through to final details and snagging.

Project two

A second, completed project — extension, kitchen and staircase.

A residential extension and renovation, showing the standard of finish a well-run project can deliver: structural glazing, a bespoke staircase and a fitted kitchen.

Zinc-clad extension with structural glazing onto the garden — Structural glazing and cladding junction

Close detail of zinc cladding and glazing — Cladding and window detailing

Oak front door with olive trees either side — Entrance joinery

Open-plan kitchen island with pendant lighting and exposed brick wall — Kitchen and dining extension

Bespoke oak staircase with vertical timber screen against a brick wall — Bespoke staircase and joinery

Courtyard garden with sliding glass doors onto the kitchen — Courtyard and indoor–outdoor living

Living room with sofa and exposed brick feature wall — Living space

Bedroom with full-height glazing onto trees — Bedroom

Bathroom with feature mirror and basin — Bathroom

Hit-and-miss handmade brick detail — Handmade brick detailing

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