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A thoughtful upward extension adds seven new flats to an otherwise underutilised block of flats

Location

Bethany Lodge DA6

Local Authority

London Borough of Bexley

Plot Type

Urban

Project Type

Upward extensions

Accomplishment

Construction of two additional floors atop a purpose-built detached block of flats to create seven new flats

Services by Urbanist Architecture

Architect, planning consultant

Collaborators

NRG Consulting

Challenge

Enhancing an underutilised freestanding block of flats by creating seven new homes via two additional storeys whilst preserving the building's architectural integrity in a prominent Bexleyheath location.

Approach

Developing a sensitive massing strategy for the purpose-built detached block of flats that incorporates setbacks, mansard roof forms, and carefully selected materials to ensure the extension harmonises with both the existing building and surrounding streetscape.

Solution

Securing planning approval for a well-integrated upward extension that transforms a freestanding block of flats by delivering seven high-quality homes whilst enhancing communal amenities and maintaining neighbourhood character.

Before & After

Floor plan of the existing first floor in a block of flats, showing the original layout before the upward extension added two new levels and seven additional flats.
Location

Bethany Lodge DA6

Local Authority

London Borough of Bexley

Plot Type

Urban

Project Type

Upward extensions

Accomplishment

Construction of two additional floors atop a purpose-built detached block of flats to create seven new flats

Services by Urbanist Architecture

Architect, planning consultant

Collaborators

NRG Consulting

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