The damp-proof course has been laid on the ground floor, insulation was placed on top of this and underfloor heating pipes fitted. Underfloor heating is a popular choice amongst self-builders; heat is distributed evenly throughout the home using this system and operates at a lower temperature making it an efficient and cost-effective option. It also […]
Inside, first fix plumbing and electrics progresses. This includes the installation of the mechanical ventilation; the centrally controlled system has had its unit fitted along with the ducting that will remove stale air from rooms and supply the home with fresh air.
The exterior brick cladding that envelops the energy-efficient timber frame has begun. The clients have chosen Vandersanden’s “Old Coachhouse” range which has been manufactured in a way that gives an aged impression as if the bricks were reclaimed. The variation of colour, from red and white to brown-black, contributes to this effect and adds to […]
The high specification windows and doors have been installed. The clients chose triple glazed aluminium-clad units due to the eco-credentials of the product; the Norrsken windows are energy-efficient, sustainably sourced, durable and low maintenance, a perfect partner to the Scandia-Hus timber frame. The standard white (RAL 9010) colour ensures the windows will suit any interior, […]
Originating from the Old English for barley (‘bere’) house (‘aern’), barns are among some of the oldest surviving timber frame buildings in the UK. The principal purpose of these agricultural structures was originally to process and store harvested crops and hay, as well as housing livestock and farm equipment. However, when farming in Britain began […]
The roof has now been completed. The clay tiles provide the new home with protection from the elements as well as enabling the building to settle perfectly in its environment.
Whilst the roof receives its finishing touches, attention turns to the inside and installation of insulation. Scandia are well known for their energy-efficient buildings and offer high-performance insulation as standard. The innovative ACTIS product is preferred for its superior thermal and acoustic properties provided by its unique honeycomb structure, as well as its durability and […]
The clay tiles are currently being laid on the roof of this Scandia home. The variation and blend of grey and red tones create a weathered effect finish that adds character to the new build property. Chosen for their durability and natural beauty, clay tiles have been a popular roof covering for hundreds of years, […]
With the board covering the trusses, a waterproof membrane has been applied to the roof and battens fixed for the fitting of tiles.
Deriving from a Hindi word translating as “a house in the Bengali style”, bungalows entered into UK architecture following the British administration of India and became increasingly popular between the two World Wars. Single storey homes are now the preferred property type for a significant number of self-builders with the absence of stairs resulting in […]