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A block of airy flats replace one home

Location

Wembley Hill Road HA9

Local Authority

Brent Council

Plot Type

Suburban

Project Type

New build flats

Accomplishment

Seven flats in place of a single house

Services by Urbanist Architecture

Project architect, delivery architect, planning consultant, lead consultant

Collaborators

Indigo Survey, Sanderson Associates

Team
Ufuk Bahar
Nicole Guler

Challenge

Our client, a savvy property investor, identified a plot with strong potential in Wembley, and had a vision of maximising ROI by building multiple flats on the land. Of course, a complex concept like this required a meticulous planning approach to gain council approval.

Approach

We needed to ensure the design not only met the client's ambitious goals but also adhered to planning authority requirements regarding layout, density, visual appearance, and finishing materials. We explored various space configurations to optimise the design and address all essential components for approval. After thorough consideration, we finalised a design concept that included two 3-bedroom flats, one 2-bedroom flat, and four 1-bedroom flats.

Solution

By challenging conventional approaches, we enabled our client to maximise the use of underutilised land and secure planning permission for the new build flats. This project not only optimised the site's potential but also turned our client into a successful property entrepreneur with a profitable investment.

After

Architectural floor plan of the proposed ground floor for new build flats on Wembley Hill Road, HA9, Brent Council. This detailed layout showcases the strategic design of living spaces, including a spacious open-plan kitchen and living area, multiple bedrooms, bathrooms, and essential utility spaces. The plan emphasises optimal space utilisation, natural light access, and functional flow, meeting modern living standards while adhering to planning regulations for suburban developments.
Location

Wembley Hill Road HA9

Local Authority

Brent Council

Plot Type

Suburban

Project Type

New build flats

Accomplishment

Seven flats in place of a single house

Services by Urbanist Architecture

Project architect, delivery architect, planning consultant, lead consultant

Collaborators

Indigo Survey, Sanderson Associates

Team
Ufuk Bahar
Nicole Guler

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