A considered approach to your home.
Good renovation connects the building with the people who use it.
A situation to test your plan against
A living room overlooking the garden may also need privacy and a sheltered place to sit. Assess the view from the sofa and dining table, rather than only from the doorway. That lower eye level makes the choice tangible.
What the drawing needs to explain
Draw sightlines from two seats and show shading positions. Review the same layout in daylight and with interior lights on; privacy works differently in those situations.
Light, space and a natural connection outdoors.
Bring the garden closer without losing the character of the house. A balanced plan considers daylight, privacy, materials and the details between old and new.
From wishes to clear agreements
Record the existing situation, explain what needs to improve and make choices visible. Design, preparation, construction and aftercare should remain connected.
Explore the process