White Wood House, Wiltshire
Overview
CLIENT: Private
LOCATION: Wiltshire
CONTRACT VALUE: £650,000.00
CONTRACT TYPE: Complete Refurbishment
ARCHITECT: DPDS
PROGRAMME DURATION: 9 months
Description
White Wood House is currently undergoing a comprehensive refurbishment, which includes an extension to the lower ground floor. The extension will house a new entrance foyer, leading to a staircase that connects to a spacious kitchen/dining room on the ground floor. Above the foyer, a large terrace will be created, offering an outdoor space that extends from the kitchen area.
The entire house is heated with underfloor heating, providing efficient and consistent warmth throughout. Multiple thermostats are installed across the property to ensure individualized control of the heating in each room, contributing to both comfort and energy efficiency.
On the first floor, the layout includes five bedrooms, including a master bedroom with a walk-in wardrobe and en-suite shower room. A family bathroom and an additional family shower room complete the first-floor amenities, ensuring ample space and convenience for the household.
The ground floor is designed with family living in mind, featuring a large kitchen/dining room, a lounge, and a library. Adjacent to the kitchen are a utility room and a downstairs cloakroom, providing practical support for everyday living. Throughout the ground floor, engineered wood flooring is used, creating a seamless and cohesive aesthetic that complements the new staircase.
The refurbishment posed several challenges, including integrating the new extension into the existing structure while maintaining the character of the property. The design team worked closely with structural engineers to ensure a smooth and seamless blend between the old and new parts of the house. Space optimization on the first floor was also a priority, ensuring that each room, particularly the master bedroom suite, would offer both luxury and functionality. Additionally, careful planning was required to ensure that the underfloor heating system would be effective throughout the house.
In response to these challenges, the team employed modern architectural solutions to ensure the extension integrated seamlessly with the original house. The placement of thermostats throughout the home guarantees energy efficiency while allowing for precise control of the heating system in each room. The overall layout was optimized to ensure practical living spaces, with particular attention to the ground floor’s functionality and aesthetic appeal.
The refurbishment and extension of White Wood House have transformed the property, offering a stylish and functional modern living environment. The new entrance foyer, terrace, and underfloor heating system enhance both the comfort and aesthetic appeal of the home, providing a comfortable, energy-efficient space for its residents.