Private Housing
Walker Pritchard have a wealth of experience across the Private Sector consisting of £50k-2m Refurbishments, £1m-5m New Builds and £5-30m Country Estate Developments, each within its own individual needs and interests, whether that will be a Lap Pool, Cinema, Wine Store or extensive landscaping.
Some of major refurbishment projects we have undertaken have included the sympathetic conservation of Grade I and II Listed country homes and estates, which require an added involvement and coordination with the project conservation team.
We also have extensive experience in Equestrian and Agricultural developments incorporated with private country estates.
Below are a few examples of our projects:
-
Queen Anne New Build
Queen Anne New Build
Project Description
At almost 10,000sqft, this Queen Anne Style new build Country House gained recognition after winning a Georgian Group Architectural Award in 2014 for best new building in the classical design.
The project consisted of the demolition of an existing 1960's farmhouse, and the construction of a new build, 9-bedroom dwelling - with the focus on using traditional materials for the complete construction. The fit out was of the highest quality, with materials being specified from all over the world. All elements of the construction were therefore bespoke, from the walnut panelling used in the library, to the Italian marble used in all the bathrooms. Close liaison was maintained with the Interior Designer, who formed an integral part of the project.
Works included extensive landscaping, refurbishment of outbuildings into staff accommodation and installation of a new bound gravel entrance.
Undertaken over a period of 18 months, works completed in January 2015.
Photos Courtesy of Yiangou Architects
-
New Build Residence
New Build Residence
Project Description
The construction of a red brick, new build 5-bedroom dwelling, covering approximately 9,000 sq ft.
The project included the construction of a fully heated outdoor swimming pool, a tennis court, guest accommodation, entertainment barn and staff quarters.
There was also extensive landscaping with a major tree planting programme, as agreed with the forestry commission, working along with the landscaping designer who formed an integral part of the project team. The works were undertaken in an area of archaeological interest and as such, there was very close liaison with the local archaeological unit and the challenges of programming works around their ‘watching brief’.
Completion: August 2014
Photos Courtesy of Yiangou Architects
-
Modern New Build House
Modern New Build House
Project Description
This project was a construction of a part-subterranean New Build House in stunning contemporary design, featuring curved walls and glazing.
As part of the further project scope, works included site wide landscaping and formation of a new lake.
Walker Pritchard provided the role of Quantity Surveyor; compiling Cost Plans and Cost Reports, evaluating Tender submissions and liaising closely with the architects and contractors.
Photographs courtesy of Adrian James Architects
-
New Build Country House
New Build Country House
Project Description
This wonderful project involved the construction of a new build Manor House of circa 10,500 sq. ft. spread over three floors, on a sloping site.
The house was constructed using locally sourced rubble stone walling, accentuated with ashlar dressings and bronze windows. Internally, extensive panelling and intricate plasterwork was used to walls and ceilings, along with locally sourced stone flooring. Whilst the specification was very high, the client was keen to review and consider cost options on many of the internal elements of the project – and we therefore successfully cost-managed this project through to completion, whereby the initial contract sum and final account remained the same.
The project included the new build dwelling, along with extensive hard and soft landscaping and the renovation of an ancient pond.
Photos Courtesy of Yiangou Architects
-
Bespoke Music Room
Bespoke Music Room
Project Description
The construction of a new build music room in Ecclesiastical design, which sits seamlessly alongside an existing country house and accessed by a link corridor.
Every detail was carefully considered – from the handmade bricks, to the bespoke stone carvings and huge bronze casement windows that flood the area with light. An exposed oak frame acts as the skeleton for the building and there is an arts and crafts influence throughout the building, with intricate carvings to be found on French polished oak panels. The building includes a small kitchen and facilities, enabling the building to host functions and performances, if required.
The highly bespoke nature of this project meant that we worked closely with both the client and individual “artisans” in successfully cost-managing the scheme.
The project was undertaken over a period of 18 months, completing in December 2016, both within programme and in accordance with the initial contract sum.
Photos Courtesy of Yiangou Architects
-
Manor House, Berkshire
Manor House, Berkshire
Project Description
The complete renovation of a Grade 2 listed, 9 bedroom manor house of approximately 11,000 sq ft.
Works were undertaken over a period of 19 months, with the focus on using bespoke materials.
The project included the construction of a new build leisure complex, an outdoor swimming pool, indoor gymnasium, sauna and steam room.
Photos courtesy of Yiangou Architects
-
New Build Leisure Suite
New Build Leisure Suite
Project Description
The construction of an extordanary new build Leisure Suite, attached to an existing Grade II Listed dwelling. Works included a new indoor swimming pool, cinema, catering facility and guest accommodation to provide the perfect entertaining space.
Photos courtesy of John Evans Interior Architecture + Design Ltd
-
15th Century Manor House
15th Century Manor House
Project Description
Part demolition of existing Grade II Listed building, renovation, alteration and extension of said building including complete renewal of M&E services and construction of new remote below ground plant room.Part demolition of existing Grade II Listed building, renovation, alteration and extension of said building including complete renewal of M&E services and construction of new remote below ground plant room.
3D Renders Courtesy of Smallwood Architects
-
Manor House Renovation
Manor House Renovation
Project Description
The complete renovation of an existing Manor House and gardens, along with the construction of a new build leisure suite, indoor swimming pool, garaging and guest accommodation.
Photos courtesy of Yiangou Architects
-
Exhibition & Leisure Building
Exhibition & Leisure Building
Project Description
A new build bespoke Leisure Building with an completely exposed concrete structure, along with Sedum Roof, The Clients Brief consisting of;
- An International Standard Tennis Court
- Spa Facilities, including Lap Pool, Sauna & Steam Room
- Helicopter Hanger including designated external landing pad
- Exhibition Space for Art & Vintage and Formula 1 Cars, together with Basement Garages, Workshops, Plant Room & Car Lifts
- Associated Groundworks, Landscaping and Drainage as part of a large Country Estate
3D Renders Courtesy of RIDGE
-
Cotswold Barn Conversion
Cotswold Barn Conversion
Project Description
Located within the grounds of a country estate, this project consisted of the construction of a contemporary new build extension, blended with a sympathetic renovation of a listed agricultural barn.
The project was undertaken in order to create ancillary guest living accommodation and entertaining space in addition to the main residence.
The works were undertaken over a nine month period and completed in December 2016.
-
Central London Apartment
Central London Apartment
Project Description
The project consisted of the complete renovation of an existing Central London Apartment into a contemporary ‘pied a terre’ style fitout.
Photos courtesy of Yiangou Architects
-
Refurb of Country House
Refurb of Country House
Project Description
The refurbishment and extension of an existing country house - originally constructed in the 1990’s - along with external works and landscaping.
The property was refurbished in a way which made sure that the character and country charm was retained, whilst adding the comfort and technology of 21st century comfort throughout.
Works undertaken over a period of 42 weeks and completed in April 2016.
Photos courtesy of Yiangou Architects
-
Country Estate Renovation
Country Estate Renovation
Project Description
Complete renovation of a Grade 2 Listed Country House and outbuildings, consisting of:
- New pool building, including spa and leisure facilities.
- Entertainment barn and staff accommodation.
- Equestrian complex, including stables, exerciser, gallop, indoor/outdoor riding arenas, paddocks, wash/drying facilities and adjacent groom accommodation.
- Extensive landscaping and planting.
Photos courtesy of Yiangou Architects
-
Manor Estate Refurbishment
Manor Estate Refurbishment
Project Description
An extensive renovation of an existing Manor House, along with new-build extensions in order to provide a dwelling circa 11,000 sq.ft, including a new indoor swimming pool, gymnasium, guest and staff accommodation.
Photos courtesy of Yiangou Architects
-
Cotswold Heights House
Cotswold Heights House
Project Description
This new-build, five bedroom house situated in the Five Valleys replaced a deralict bungalow. The subsequent construction works consisted of a new entrance drive, extensive retaining walls and new bespoke entrance gates.
Photos Courtesy of Leckhampton Builders
-
Subterranean House
Subterranean House
Project Description
The construction of a new build, contemporary subterranean dwelling in a very confined town centre location.
Photos Courtesy of RRA Architects
-
Remodelling & Extension
Remodelling & Extension
Project Description
To Follow....
Photos Courtesy of Knight Frank