South London Home Extension

The brief from the Architect was to produce a ‘white card’ model of a large extension and internal re-modelling of this semi-detached house. The plans were being prepared as a fee proposal before lodging an application for planning permission. It was important for the Architect’s client to be able to gain an accurate impression of not only the proposed extension, but also the living spaces created and opened up by the re-modelling. Although 3D computer modelling was available, it was felt a model would be superior in being able to see it, hold it and move it around. A significant added dimension to this model was the ability to separate it at first floor level, thus being able to really understand the use of ground floor space. I must add that the client was thrilled with the overall proposal and, indeed, planning permission was granted.

The model was built to scale of 1:50 and uses mostly using high-quality card and MDF. The white parts were sprayed to ensure a uniform finish, including the base. Real maple details were added to keep the colour pallette and use of raw materials to just the two. thus ensuring a really crisp result.