Posts by HannahWD
Two-Storey Side Extension for a Growing Family
Case Study: Two-Storey Side Extension for a Growing Family Transforming Space Through Thoughtful Architectural Design This project began when a client approached me looking to future-proof their home with a two-storey side extension to better suit their growing family. The brief was clear, create more usable living space, improve flow, and enhance day-to-day functionality, all…
Read MoreArchitectural Design for Supported Living Apartments
Creating Independent Living Opportunities for Young Adults In August 2024, I was contacted by Coral Projects, a development agency working on behalf of the Diocese of Leeds, to provide a quotation for an architectural project in Gomersal, West Yorkshire. The project aimed to create 10 supported living apartments designed specifically for young adults who require…
Read MoreUsing Full Planning Permission to Secure Double-Height Rear Extension in Leeds
When an experienced property developer approached us to design a rear extension for their home in Leeds, they had a clear vision: make better use of the ground floor, link the underused basement, and create a light-filled, spacious living area. They hoped to go beyond what standard permitted development would typically allow. The Brief The…
Read MoreHow We Transformed a Bungalow Quickly Using Permitted Developments
A Swift Transformation: Loft Conversion & Ground Floor Renovation for a Downsizing Client One of my favourite recent jobs involved helping a client who was downsizing and needed to get their new home ready as quickly and efficiently as possible. It was a real pleasure to be involved right from the very beginning, even before…
Read MoreFrom Dilapidated War Memorial Club to 9 Beautiful, Modern Family Homes
From Vision to Reality: HB Architectural Delivers on this Housing Development Project At the heart of a community, where echoes of the past meet modern aspirations, I recently embarked on a particularly ambitious project with HB Architectural Services. Our task was to repurpose a former war memorial club and its car park into a…
Read MoreWhat Is Allowed Under Permitted Development Rights?
What is allowed under permitted development rights? What are permitted development rights? You can carry out certain alterations to your house without the requirement of obtaining planning permission. These are called ‘ permitted development rights’. Please be aware that there are restrictions in certain area’s for permitted development rights, such as conservation area’s. Further details…
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