The new show home is a hive of activity with numerous trades and suppliers on site pushing the build forward. Second fix got underway with electricians installing plug socket covers, switch plates and light fittings. With power and light now available at the flick of a switch, it not only signals a significant stage in […]
The brickwork finishing the exterior of our show home is complemented by timber style cladding. The grey-toned boarding adds interest to the façade on the front and side elevation. The wood-look cladding has been supplied by Millboard, leading composite board manufacturers, from their ‘Envello Shadowline’ range in Smoked Oak. The company is family-run and has […]
As second fix began on the inside of our chalet bungalow, works continued outside with the roofline and rainwater goods being fitted to the externals of the building. Roofline products help to protect the structure from weather; they are fitted to the outer edges of the roof as a barrier to ensure the property is […]
With the first fix phase finished, the interior walls and ceilings of our chalet bungalow were fitted with plasterboard. The planned purpose of a room determines the type of plasterboard required in the space. In areas where the air will become humid, such as bathrooms and kitchens, a moisture-resistant board containing water-repellent additives are necessary. […]
Pocket doors are ideal when design flexibility and/or space-saving are important. The practical system is an efficient alternative to conventional swing doors, making the most of the space in a room. Instead of hinges, these doors operate on a sliding track, conveniently disappearing into a compartment in the wall cavity. Unobtrusive in a room, it […]
The bricks cladding the exterior of the timber frame structure of our show home were selected from Vandersanden’s extensive range. These facing bricks display a mixture of orange, brown and yellow tones, achieved by using specific sand types for the surface covering in the manufacturing process. The colour and grained texture of the ‘Hailsham Mix’ […]
The next phase of the show home build schedule required the cellar construction to be completed. The structure is comprised of concrete modules that were assembled in the previously prepared underground space. These cast components build up to form the circular staircase and wine storage compartments of the Spiral Cellar. Fibre-reinforced concrete was then poured […]
The windows chosen for the chalet bungalow were inspired by character cottage aesthetics. The timber alternative products, selected from the Residence Collection, have been designed to authentically replicate traditional windows. Unlike typical UPVC windows, the units have sashes that are flush with their frames, giving the exterior a simple elegance. The flush sashes also ensure […]
A Mechanical Ventilation Heat Recovery (MVHR) system is an essential element in an airtight home. The airtight quality of a thermally efficient house prevents heat escaping and cold air from outside entering the property. However, ventilation is vital for a healthy internal environment. Removing stale air, condensation and pollutants and supplying fresh filtered air into […]
Impressed by the speed, ease, cleanliness and thermal efficiency of Actis Hybrid insulation products on our last two show homes, it was an easy decision to use them on our current project. And we expect the completed chalet bungalow to offer the same excellent U-values – 0.14 in the roof and 0.16 in the walls. […]