NSP Developments Ltd T/AS NSP Premier Building Services | FMB, Federation of Master Builders

Case studies

Complete internal renovation & extension, W13

15 Jun 2020

This old family home had seen better days, and even though was still a lovely period Victorian semidetached home, it required modernization, and it still retained many of the room divisions that today are not so acceptable. This meant removing approximately 60% of the original internal walls and repositioning them to make the property flow. It was interesting because we sometimes were only gaining 100mm in places, but the effect felt 3-fold. We also removed several chimney breasts, which again was amazing, the effect their removal created was especially good where space was scarce.
The property was fitted with a heating system and totally rewired, a new kitchen and bathroom was sourced through our trade suppliers. Real oak flooring was fitted, and new handrails on the staircase which were mirrored in the flooring in the front room lobby and dining area. The back addition was opened up to the kitchen to make a kitchen/dining room by removing a section of the rear wall, with quite extensive picture frame steel, and the step down to the back addition was filled in to create a continuous floor level that continued through newly installed hard wood French doors to the hard paved terrace.

This old family home had seen better days, and even though was still a lovely period Victorian semidetached home, it required modernization, and it still retained many of the room divisions that today are not so acceptable. This meant removing approximately 60% of the original internal walls and repositioning them to make the property flow. It was interesting because we sometimes were only gaining 100mm in places, but the effect felt 3-fold. We also removed several chimney breasts, which again was amazing, the effect their removal created was especially good where space was scarce.
The property was fitted with a heating system and totally rewired, a new kitchen and bathroom was sourced through our trade suppliers. Real oak flooring was fitted, and new handrails on the staircase which were mirrored in the flooring in the front room lobby and dining area. The back addition was opened up to the kitchen to make a kitchen/dining room by removing a section of the rear wall, with quite extensive picture frame steel, and the step down to the back addition was filled in to create a continuous floor level that continued through newly installed hard wood French doors to the hard paved terrace.

Extension, HP10

15 Jun 2020

This client had a new arrival, which meant that the extension that they had spoken about became more of a priority. We created an extension to the rear elevations total width and provided much needed space to the kitchen and lounge family area. The extension also provided extra light to the existing rooms, due to the extended French doors and Velux windows.

This client had a new arrival, which meant that the extension that they had spoken about became more of a priority. We created an extension to the rear elevations total width and provided much needed space to the kitchen and lounge family area. The extension also provided extra light to the existing rooms, due to the extended French doors and Velux windows.

Single storey extension & loft conversion, HP9

15 Jun 2020

The project was commenced by excavating the extension foundation, once the over-site was complete we had a scaffolding erected over the extension, this was so that both sections of the project could be worked on at the same time. This approach meant that the project ran on schedule and to plan. There were some anomalies in the design of the roof and new internal staircase to the loft, however NSP worked with the architect and structural engineer to solve the design problems, and avoid the client having additional charges, as the previous design would not have worked.

The project was commenced by excavating the extension foundation, once the over-site was complete we had a scaffolding erected over the extension, this was so that both sections of the project could be worked on at the same time. This approach meant that the project ran on schedule and to plan. There were some anomalies in the design of the roof and new internal staircase to the loft, however NSP worked with the architect and structural engineer to solve the design problems, and avoid the client having additional charges, as the previous design would not have worked.

Loft conversion, W13

15 Jun 2020

Having decided to convert their loft, this client asked several loft specialists firms to look at their conversion and provide a quote. The general consensus was that the only way that the loft could be converted was to lower the first-floor ceilings. However due to NSP's skilled and experienced trades people, we were able to convert the loft without lowering the first-floor ceiling height, or raising the houses roof ridge height, that would have contravened planning policy.
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Having decided to convert their loft, this client asked several loft specialists firms to look at their conversion and provide a quote. The general consensus was that the only way that the loft could be converted was to lower the first-floor ceilings. However due to NSP's skilled and experienced trades people, we were able to convert the loft without lowering the first-floor ceiling height, or raising the houses roof ridge height, that would have contravened planning policy.
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Single storey extension including Glass roof & folding doors, W5

15 Jun 2020

This recently completed extension in Ealing Common has not only improved the appearance of the rear of the property it has transformed the interior and provided additional space for the kitchen and dining room. With two sets of bespoke made folding doors the customer can expand the space with an effect of bringing the real stone terrace inside. The dining room/conservatory also benefits from natural light provided by the glass roof, with the fitting of a fully automated roof vent system, the temperature is regulated with the minimum of energy consumption, even if you are out.

This recently completed extension in Ealing Common has not only improved the appearance of the rear of the property it has transformed the interior and provided additional space for the kitchen and dining room. With two sets of bespoke made folding doors the customer can expand the space with an effect of bringing the real stone terrace inside. The dining room/conservatory also benefits from natural light provided by the glass roof, with the fitting of a fully automated roof vent system, the temperature is regulated with the minimum of energy consumption, even if you are out.

Apartment refurbishment & extension, W8

15 Jun 2020

Even though this refurbishment is by no means a large project from a square meterage point of view by NSP standards, it did present many unique challenges. These included difficult access to work areas, undertaking considerable construction work next to neighbouring apartments in habitation, and correcting poor work undertaken by previous builders on earlier developments. Working closely with the architect Henry Homersham, our team and site director Neil Chamberlain realized the clients brief, which included new electrical installation and heating, the creation of a conservatory style extension to the rear elevation, the installation of a lift, new bespoke period joinery/glazing, a new bathroom, hardwood flooring and decoration throughout.

Even though this refurbishment is by no means a large project from a square meterage point of view by NSP standards, it did present many unique challenges. These included difficult access to work areas, undertaking considerable construction work next to neighbouring apartments in habitation, and correcting poor work undertaken by previous builders on earlier developments. Working closely with the architect Henry Homersham, our team and site director Neil Chamberlain realized the clients brief, which included new electrical installation and heating, the creation of a conservatory style extension to the rear elevation, the installation of a lift, new bespoke period joinery/glazing, a new bathroom, hardwood flooring and decoration throughout.

Single extension & internal remodellng to kitchen, HP13

15 Jun 2020

It is amazing the difference a slim extension can make to a home, those extra square meters allow clients to totally transform the way they use, and the size of their living space. It also left friends and family simply saying WOW!

It is amazing the difference a slim extension can make to a home, those extra square meters allow clients to totally transform the way they use, and the size of their living space. It also left friends and family simply saying WOW!

Conversion of a period property into luxury apartments, HP10

15 Jun 2020

The challenge here was to take an old characterful Baptist Chapel and modernise the building to provide the latest amenities whilst keeping the features of the special and unique property that is in a village. NSP were well suited to this type of project, having undertaken many projects on Victorian and Georgian period properties. Working on older properties can provide requirements that are as individual as the property itself, including the replacement of rotten or poor quality materials that can only be ascertained once it has been uncovered, a factor that can be often overlooked by clients when budgeting for the project prior to commencement.
As the scheme planned was to separate the property into 2 self-contained apartments, the property would need to achieve a required level of sound insulation. However, the testing process meant that only once the property was finished would it become apparent whether the insulation fitted was sufficient. NSP therefore set about researching appropriate systems that would offer greater guarantee against experiencing expensive refitting after completion. They therefore settled on a British Gypsum sound proofing system and worked very closely with the British Gypsum support and sales team to make sure the installation was installed correctly. NSP’s attention to detail paid off, as at the sound testing, both apartments passed with flying colours, in fact the sound testing technician indicated that the apartments were some of the best he had tested, and had reached higher than average results.

The challenge here was to take an old characterful Baptist Chapel and modernise the building to provide the latest amenities whilst keeping the features of the special and unique property that is in a village. NSP were well suited to this type of project, having undertaken many projects on Victorian and Georgian period properties. Working on older properties can provide requirements that are as individual as the property itself, including the replacement of rotten or poor quality materials that can only be ascertained once it has been uncovered, a factor that can be often overlooked by clients when budgeting for the project prior to commencement.
As the scheme planned was to separate the property into 2 self-contained apartments, the property would need to achieve a required level of sound insulation. However, the testing process meant that only once the property was finished would it become apparent whether the insulation fitted was sufficient. NSP therefore set about researching appropriate systems that would offer greater guarantee against experiencing expensive refitting after completion. They therefore settled on a British Gypsum sound proofing system and worked very closely with the British Gypsum support and sales team to make sure the installation was installed correctly. NSP’s attention to detail paid off, as at the sound testing, both apartments passed with flying colours, in fact the sound testing technician indicated that the apartments were some of the best he had tested, and had reached higher than average results.

Single storey kitchen extension, W13

15 Jun 2020

A Victorian terrace house that had been previously extended to provide a rear kitchen area. The client felt that the kitchen was too small, which is a common problem for properties of this period and design. Also, the extension was not constructed particularly well regarding its design or quality of work. We therefore introduced the client to a suitable architect who worked with ourselves to realize the client’s requirement regarding design and detail of the planned development. The architect dealt with the more formal aspect of the planning process, which was a permitted development application.
Once the project received approval, work commenced forthwith, and the project was built to our normal high standard. We introduced the client to one of our trade glazing suppliers, who produced an orangery style roof and bi-fold doors in a matching blue Ral colour to the client’s taste. A hard-paved terrace was also added close to door sill level to add a continuity of sight. A new kitchen was fitted in a position towards the centre of the house and not traditionally on the rear wall. This allowed space to be created for seating etc, close to the light and view gained by the Bi-fold doors. The newly created area was floored with rubber slat effect to the kitchen area and real oak timber in the family area.

A Victorian terrace house that had been previously extended to provide a rear kitchen area. The client felt that the kitchen was too small, which is a common problem for properties of this period and design. Also, the extension was not constructed particularly well regarding its design or quality of work. We therefore introduced the client to a suitable architect who worked with ourselves to realize the client’s requirement regarding design and detail of the planned development. The architect dealt with the more formal aspect of the planning process, which was a permitted development application.
Once the project received approval, work commenced forthwith, and the project was built to our normal high standard. We introduced the client to one of our trade glazing suppliers, who produced an orangery style roof and bi-fold doors in a matching blue Ral colour to the client’s taste. A hard-paved terrace was also added close to door sill level to add a continuity of sight. A new kitchen was fitted in a position towards the centre of the house and not traditionally on the rear wall. This allowed space to be created for seating etc, close to the light and view gained by the Bi-fold doors. The newly created area was floored with rubber slat effect to the kitchen area and real oak timber in the family area.

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