New gaff - ideas for making it 'prettier'...
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I'm not saying it wouldn't improve matters but personally I think the old white render/black frames/cedar cladding treatment is itself starting to look a bit dated.
These people specialise in what you're trying to do: http://www.backtofrontexteriordesign.com
These people specialise in what you're trying to do: http://www.backtofrontexteriordesign.com
Thanks guys and email received thanks, will take a look.
My only reservation about going modern is that it could be dated in 10 years. Classic tends to date better in my opinion.
Adding boxes and bi-folds isn't really for me but it is the best value for money on space.
My only reservation about going modern is that it could be dated in 10 years. Classic tends to date better in my opinion.
Adding boxes and bi-folds isn't really for me but it is the best value for money on space.
Edited by fastgerman on Sunday 25th October 20:30
Nothing exciting, just google images for 'chalet houses' :-)
There are some quite cool images online for glass clad/frames dormer roofs. If the windows were all done in the mid-grey aluminium with a framed dormer, it could make a good viewing area - nice views opposite the house.
Torn between the slate roof modern image above and the 'Hamptons Chalet' but with oak instead of white pillars
There are some quite cool images online for glass clad/frames dormer roofs. If the windows were all done in the mid-grey aluminium with a framed dormer, it could make a good viewing area - nice views opposite the house.
Torn between the slate roof modern image above and the 'Hamptons Chalet' but with oak instead of white pillars
I've seen the 'slate modern roof' thing done before as a refurb.
First problem is they tend to look glaringly out of place compared to what's around them. Second problem is that you know it'll date really badly, like most 'modern' designs it soon ends up anything but.
The 'Hamptons Chalet' is more classical and ageless, and doesn't look like it would stick out like a sore thumb.
First problem is they tend to look glaringly out of place compared to what's around them. Second problem is that you know it'll date really badly, like most 'modern' designs it soon ends up anything but.
The 'Hamptons Chalet' is more classical and ageless, and doesn't look like it would stick out like a sore thumb.
Jonesy23 said:
I've seen the 'slate modern roof' thing done before as a refurb.
First problem is they tend to look glaringly out of place compared to what's around them. Second problem is that you know it'll date really badly, like most 'modern' designs it soon ends up anything but.
The 'Hamptons Chalet' is more classical and ageless, and doesn't look like it would stick out like a sore thumb.
Yes agreed, to help with the modern side of the argument, the slate tiles could be slightly different shades and the brick work could remain i.e. not rendered in white.First problem is they tend to look glaringly out of place compared to what's around them. Second problem is that you know it'll date really badly, like most 'modern' designs it soon ends up anything but.
The 'Hamptons Chalet' is more classical and ageless, and doesn't look like it would stick out like a sore thumb.
If the windows were also wood or grey aluminium along with a framed dormer so it is majority glass, it could look interesting.
It will come down to cost now I think as slightly leaning towards the 'Hamptons Chalet' look with the extension in the middle of the house coming into the drive.
Garage could be removed and a double oak car port added also.
Likely to change my mind again tomorrow...
http://www.houzz.co.uk/glass-roof-dormer
fastgerman said:
Thanks for inputs and any pictures appreciated :-)
Also any builder recommendations in Guildford welcome
I can thoroughly recommend DL Brickwork - http://dlbrickwork.co.uk/Also any builder recommendations in Guildford welcome
If you want to come and look at their handywork in person I'm just down the road in Camberley.
elliot_holder said:
I can thoroughly recommend DL Brickwork - http://dlbrickwork.co.uk/
If you want to come and look at their handywork in person I'm just down the road in Camberley.
Thanks ElliotIf you want to come and look at their handywork in person I'm just down the road in Camberley.
Thanks for the replies and apologies to those I haven't got back to especially if you have PM's/emailed me.
Haven't exchanged yet, couple of bits to resolve.
A question if you can see the photo I added on the first post. Will it be possible to build above the garage in line with the existing roofline?
The garage is attached and has been there since 1971. It is basically touching the boundary hedge. I'm unsure if this is classed as an outbuilding therefore 2.5m height is the limit or if its 4m - hoping it's 4m :-)
Haven't exchanged yet, couple of bits to resolve.
A question if you can see the photo I added on the first post. Will it be possible to build above the garage in line with the existing roofline?
The garage is attached and has been there since 1971. It is basically touching the boundary hedge. I'm unsure if this is classed as an outbuilding therefore 2.5m height is the limit or if its 4m - hoping it's 4m :-)
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