Situated in the heart of Kensington's prestigious Phillimore Estate, this Victorian villa underwent a complete architectural restoration. Our team executed a subterranean basement excavation, installed structural steel frames, and delivered high-end bespoke interior finishes while strictly adhering to Royal Borough conservation guidelines.
Unit pricing schedule for distinctive elements of the work executed on this project.
High-spec materials and products specified throughout this property build.
20mm honed slabs for kitchen waterfall island & master ensuite wall cladding
220mm wide plank herringbone pattern with acoustic dampening underlay
Bespoke black powder-coated acoustic thermal break internal glass partitions
Architectural keypads and automated circadian lighting modules
Step-by-step progression, site photos, videos, and milestone breakdown.
Establishment of site hoardings, temporary structural propping, mass concrete bay-by-bay underpinning beneath Victorian footings, and continuous vibration telemetry monitoring.
Site excavation and structural underpinning work underway in Kensington
Video walkthrough of structural foundation excavation
Installation of primary load-bearing RSJ steel frames, Newton 500 subterranean cavity drain membrane waterproofing system, and slate roof restoration.
Structural steel cage and waterproof tanking system
Timber roof joists and slate tiling installation
NICEIC first-fix electrical conduit routing, Lutron smart lighting backbone, wet underfloor heating pipework embedment, and acoustic plasterboarding.
First-fix electrical cabling and manifold underfloor heating pipes
Installation of bespoke architectural joinery, Calacatta marble wall panels, heritage gold brassware, and smart home lighting commissioning.
Completed interior showing marble island and custom cabinetry
Finished herringbone oak flooring and mood lighting details
Planning a comprehensive structural renovation or basement expansion in London requires careful regulatory and logistical preparation before breaking ground.
Serve formal Party Wall notices to all adjoining property owners at least 2 to 3 months prior to excavation. Ensure a Schedule of Condition is completed.
Commission a structural engineer for steel beam loading calculations and soil borehole testing before specifying foundation depth.
Frequently asked questions regarding this specific London project execution.
Yes. Because the property is located within a Royal Borough Conservation Area, full planning permission was obtained alongside formal Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea (RBKC) design sign-off.
We installed real-time telemetry vibration sensors on shared party walls and executed underpinning in strict 1-meter bay sequences under chartered structural engineer oversight.
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