Stephen Jeffrey Architects - Architect design in Essex

This new build large classical period style house was designed using cavity wall masonry in preference to any of the more 'modern' construction methods, such as timber frame, and achieved insulation values exceeding those levels set in the Building Regulations. The main reason for this construction choice was simply that one would expect to find solid walls in such a property, and the thick cavity walls would allow the sash window recessed panel detail to be achieved.

The underfloor heating and hot water services run on power generated from a geo-thermal system. Ventilation is provided by a whole house ducted heat recovery system and rainwater harvesting reduces the building's mains water consumption.  

The external elevations deliberately feature a restricted palette of colours, namely gault brick, white render and cream reconstituted stone. Stone was specified extensively around the terrace balconies and forming projecting flat-topped bay windows. Great care was taken during the detail design stage to eliminate the possibility of water penetration through joints in the stonework and unsightly surface staining that can result from incorrectly detailed mouldings, projections and drips.

Our continued involvement on site during the construction was critical in achieving a highly successful end result.

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