Our work
It's very satisfying to see the design through from paper to completed build. Over 30 years we have an abundance of pictures of our work, so below are a selection of our favourites.
Bungalow conversion to five bedroom house
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The situation
This client had lived in their bungalow for 20 years. They liked the area, so didn't want to move but wanted more space. They contacted Focusmont with a wish list for the conversion including five bedrooms, three bathrooms (two en-suite), with a central staircase and impressive entrance hall area, supplemented with spacious receptions and kitchen / family room. The outcome With the wish list in mind, Focusmont formulated a design to meet the criteria along with suggestions to provide a more complete flowing arrangement of the rooms. |
Single story extension and internal redesign
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The situation
This client had a 3 bedroom house with lounge, dining room, conservatory and very small kitchen. They contacted Focusmont wanting to extend the kitchen. In the initial consultation, the client also explained that their lounge was very dark and cold, the dining room and conservatory were never used, nor was the garden that was accessed through the conservatory. So although they had bought a bigger house, they were still living in the same amount of space as their previous 1 bedroom flat. The outcome Focusmont discussed various options with the client and provided 3 proposals for redesigning the space to optimise the floor area and orientate the living accommodation from south facing to north facing to achieve maximum daylight. |
"The change in our house was simply incredible. By moving the kitchen to where the lounge had been, we not only had the daylight in the kitchen in the morning but had a lovely large open plan kitchen / dining room to have friends and family over. The lounge at the back of the house meant we had sun on the room all day long, and actually used the garden as we had patio doors out into it. Everyone who came to the house commented on the lovely gabling and lightness in the lounge."
Ewen, Surrey
Ewen, Surrey
New builds
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The situation
This client approached Focusmont having purchased a detached house in poor repair, which due to its location near local amenities and demand in the area for apartments, leant itself to redevelopment. The outcome Two buildings containing five apartments in each with a gated entrance to parking area were created. Focusmont designed the development to look like two detached houses with sympathetic elevations to harmonise with the surrounding properties. The apartments were a combination of 1 and 2 bed properties, two of which were duplex units. Each apartment was designed to provide maximum living space and plentiful daylight. |
Artist impression of the development
Completed development
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Granny annexe creations
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The situation
This client had a 3 bedroom, 2 reception house. They contacted Focusmont with a requirement to create a property that had:
The solution Focusmont created a design for the house based on the requirements and produced plans that would provide spacious living accommodation for all of the family. |
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"We love what Ian did with the house. We wanted more space for the family and with older children, having separate bathrooms is great. We also wanted Mum to have a place that was her own so she doesn't feel that we're on each others doorstep every day, but in later years we can be there if needed. We're so pleased with the design. It's great to have someone who can take your wish list and make it become a reality."
Corrine, Surrey
Corrine, Surrey