Property Details:

• Location: High Street, Beckingham
• Type: Detached Bungalow, built in the late 1950s
• Initial Valuation: £220,000

Project Scope:

Objective: Maximize the property’s value through a comprehensive redesign and refurbishment to appeal to modern family living.

Final Configuration:

• Modern Open-Plan Living: Spacious kitchen and dining area created with a separate lounge for versatility.
• Improved Layout: Reorganized the hallway to widen it, allowing natural light to flow from the front to the back.
• Bedroom Enhancements: Existing bedrooms restructured, adding an en-suite to the master bedroom.
• Outdoor Improvements: Designed a deck over the existing conservatory base, creating an inviting outdoor space overlooking the garden.

Key Works Undertaken:

• Structural Changes: Removed the chimney to expand the kitchen area and maximize space.
• Flooring Replacement: Existing floor removed and leveled for a seamless new finish.
• Mechanical and Electrical Updates:
  • Boiler resited and a new consumer unit installed for modern functionality.
  • Upgraded plumbing and electrical systems throughout.
• Exterior Enhancements: Designed and installed decking over the conservatory’s base, optimizing usability and aesthetics.

Highlights of Design and Execution:

• Functional Redesign: The removal of the conservatory, chimney, and reorganization of internal spaces created a modern, practical layout with a “wow factor.”
• Quick Turnaround: Completed in just 8 weeks, the project impressed both the client and local estate agents.
• Decking Solution: Instead of removing the conservatory’s base, a thoughtfully designed deck enhanced the rear exterior, providing a cost-effective and visually appealing solution.

Challenges and Solutions:

1. Conservatory Integration: The conservatory was initially to remain, but the redesign made it redundant. CrowTree proposed a decking solution that elevated the garden space while reducing costs.
2. Space Constraints: Removing the chimney allowed for critical additional space in the kitchen, ensuring the final design met the client’s needs.
3. Outdated Systems: Repositioning the boiler and upgrading the consumer unit brought the property up to modern standards.

Outcome:

• Property: £230,000
• Project Duration: 8 weeks
• Budget: £60,000
• Property Valuation: £350,000

The transformation exceeded client expectations, turning the bungalow into a desirable family home. Offers were received immediately after completion, with estate agents impressed by the quality of the refurbishment and the efficient project timeline.

Key Takeaways:

This project showcases CrowTree’s ability to listen to client needs, adapt designs for functionality and value, and execute with precision. The result was a beautifully modernized property that achieved both aesthetic appeal and a significant return on investment.