Track Record/Recent Wins

Brent/Permitted development/ Exercise in Permitted Development

This was a quick exercise on a couple of houses in West London to see what the maximum permitted development would be, without applying for planning permission. The result was surprising – roof extensions and rear extensions were possible, that made the plans work much better. Within a couple of weeks the plans were drawn and ready to start on site without the delays of applying for planning consent.

Project 105

Won/05.10.06

Developer/Islington/ Clerkenwell Penthouse Development

Trend-setting developer ICONIC hired HEAT Architecture to transform an unpromising 1950’s office building in St. John’s Square, Clerkenwell, into a mixed-use residential and office building. A scheme like this, in such a popular area is a rare find, providing HEAT an opportunity to create a truly special conversion. One of the  challenges was to work above and around existing business premises on the lower floors.

Nine stunning apartments were created, and two additional floors  added housing the spectacular penthouses, which were constructed to be energy efficient and quick to build, using highly insulated lightweight timber and steel components.

All apartments are designed to meet “Lifetime Homes” standards. In addition, acoustic insulation between apartments exceeds the new acoustic regulations. To achieve this HEAT made sure that the floors in the apartments did not touch the walls and none of the walls touched each other, in effect making each apartment a “box” floating within another box.

The interiors were designed by HEAT Architecture in conjunction with Target Living. Both wished to maintain the flavour of Clerkenwell’s personality throughout the interior. The bold colour scheme and selection of globally sourced materials reflect this, with  glorious chocolate stained oak floors in the living areas, rich carpeting in the bedrooms and heated limestone flooring in the bathrooms.

Project 060

Won/01.09.06

Listed Building/Outside London/ Listed Cottage

In Surrey, HEAT have won a detailed planning and listed building consent to refurbish and enlarge a cottage including new dormer window and a large glazed extension with a “cat-slide” roof.  The cottage was designed by a pupil of Richard Norman Shaw and incorporates Arts and Crafts touches. The external details have to match the existing timber-boarded style and internally rooflights and a new corner window bring more light into the rooms.

Project 092

Won/20.08.06

Developer/Hammersmith & Fulham/ Hammersmith Development

A large site in the Fulham Palace Road had been empty for twenty years. HEAT prepared a sensitive, contextual scheme with 10,000 sq ft of retail, a similar area of B1 and nine residential units above. Sometimes the planning system does not run smoothly and in this case the planners were combative and inconsistent and unfortunately, after a year of negotiation it was necessary to go to appeal to bring some focus to the discussions.

Fortunately at that point, a scheme very similar to the original proposal was swiftly agreed and consented. The proposal picks up on the rhythm of the adjacent houses on this busy thoroughfare, with a modern interpretation of a projecting bay window and is an enhancement to the conservation area. The site was sold on and has since been successfully built.

Project 078

Won/14.08.06

Kensington & Chelsea/Permitted development/ House in Holland Park

HEAT have recently completed the refurbishment of a house in Holland Park, backing onto beautiful park-like communal gardens. A complete refurbishment included programmable lighting, new bathrooms and finishes and a new kitchen. There were improvements to the rear elevation to restore the original proportions of windows. All this was completed without the need for planning permission as the alterations fell within permitted development rights.

Project 089

Won/05.08.06

Developer/Lambeth/ Clapham Development

Clapham, London: Incorporating 12,000 sq ft of retail/A3 units and 14 loft apartments on the upper three stories, this brownfield development was designed from the start to be low-energy, with  natural cooling, water recycling and common parts lit by solar cells. Natural light will flood into the apartments. There is a ‘hanging garden’ with mature birch trees at the second floor level shielding the apartments from noise and pollution.

Planning consent was gained by HEAT from the London Borough of Lambeth.

Project 049

Won/01.07.06

Outside London/ Poolhouse Extension

As part of a complete refurbishment, HEAT have gained planning consent for a gymnasium and pool extension to a large detached house in South Woodford. The design, with a lightweight laminated timber roof that oversails the terrace allows for an outdoor hot tub and works well with the design of the garden. It is important for “garden rooms” to respect the feeling of the garden and to divide and enclose outdoor space in a meaningful way. This room creates a sheltered dining area and outdoor spaces to play and rest. The materials act as an intermediary between the house and the garden.

Project 022

Won/20.05.06

Developer/Kensington & Chelsea/ Fire Station Plan

HEAT have been appointed by developers Fisher Land to carry out a feasibility and planning appraisal of the Chelsea Fire Station site in the Kings Road. Our fully developed scheme retains a full working fire station and incorporates 39 Residential units over four floors and 6000 sq ft of retail space.

Project 084

Won/25.03.06

Outside London/ Chichester Extension

HEAT are studying options for the extension of a detached farmhouse near Chichester. The house is sited in the National Park and in a Conservation Area, so a sensitive approach is necessary. This photomontage tests the concept of a new gable wing to the right hand side.

Project 101

Won/05.03.06

Developer/Kensington & Chelsea/ Fire Station Conversion

HEAT were appointed to take part in a developer competition to redesign Chelsea Fire Station in the Kings Road.

The design incorporated a new rebuilt fire station clad in red glass with 31 apartments and three A1 Units based around a landscaped atrium with glass elevators. With a confined urban site you have to be inventive and make spaces work hard, so each apartment is provided with a “winter garden”; glazed balconies which can be closed in winter and fully opened to become open terraces in summer.

The site is on a corner overlooking an open space, so the design has two primary façades.

Project 084

Won/21.07.05