WE LEARNED...

WITH THIS TYPE OF BUILDING, leave its character wherever possible. Don’t be afraid to have things in the wall or leave imperfections exposed. Go for minimal intervention and celebrate the unique quirks of the property.

LIAISE WITH NEIGHBOURS and explain what you’re doing, right from the outset of the scheme. This will help to get them on side. You might even offer to do some works for them to ease discussions.

PAY ATTENTION to detail. It’s easy to cut corners or hide flaws, but the greatest satisfaction comes from the seamless joints, the subtle design ideas and the points of difference.

BE BOLD with the main aesthetic elements of the project – don’t be afraid to expose the whole roof structure or go for a sculptural staircase.