William Adams t/a Abbey Builders | FMB, Federation of Master Builders

Case studies

TIMBER FRAME BARN GARAGE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE

08 Jan 2016

This barn garage was all hand built on site with a concrete base and stone mini walls. It incorporated a diamond pattern within, with cladding on the external walls and a purpose built storage area at the rear. The structure is fitted with Craftsman roof tiles and includes electrical sockets and lights.

This barn garage was all hand built on site with a concrete base and stone mini walls. It incorporated a diamond pattern within, with cladding on the external walls and a purpose built storage area at the rear. The structure is fitted with Craftsman roof tiles and includes electrical sockets and lights.

STONEWORK, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE

08 Jan 2016

The existing stone wall was in disrepair. This was taken down and rebuilt in the same style. Special care was taken to preserve the traditional stone mounting block.

The existing stone wall was in disrepair. This was taken down and rebuilt in the same style. Special care was taken to preserve the traditional stone mounting block.

TWO STOREY EXTENSION, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE

08 Jan 2016

The extension has stone on the ground floor to match the existing property, with sliding doors. First floor has an overhang with curved detail on the support timbers and cladded external walls. On the inside there is a hexagonal skylight and large exposed A-frame support timbers with corbel detail.

The extension has stone on the ground floor to match the existing property, with sliding doors. First floor has an overhang with curved detail on the support timbers and cladded external walls. On the inside there is a hexagonal skylight and large exposed A-frame support timbers with corbel detail.

PAVING, OXFORDSHIRE

08 Jan 2016

Completed a cobble and paving patio surrounding a conservatory, with steps leading down to a large cobble and gravel entertainment area for a rondavel bar, with a smaller seating area.

Completed a cobble and paving patio surrounding a conservatory, with steps leading down to a large cobble and gravel entertainment area for a rondavel bar, with a smaller seating area.

PAVING & WALL, NORTH OXFORDSHIRE

08 Jan 2016

Pavestone Collection Paving with circle, for entertainment area, with stone wall set out to provide additional seating.

Pavestone Collection Paving with circle, for entertainment area, with stone wall set out to provide additional seating.

DRIVEWAY, NORTHAMPTONSHIRE

08 Jan 2016

Herringbone pattern driveway to front and side of property, fitted with drainage grating and incorporating four manholes.

Herringbone pattern driveway to front and side of property, fitted with drainage grating and incorporating four manholes.

ANNEXE, NORTHAMPTONSHIRE

08 Jan 2016

Conversion of garage to provide additional accommodation. Small front extension provides an entrance with disabled access; rear extension stretches across the full length of the property, completing the annexe and providing an extension to the existing kitchen.

Conversion of garage to provide additional accommodation. Small front extension provides an entrance with disabled access; rear extension stretches across the full length of the property, completing the annexe and providing an extension to the existing kitchen.

LOFT CONVERSION WITH DORMERS, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE

08 Jan 2016

Loft conversion approximately 35sqm with fitted bathroom and dormer windows and suspended floor. Refurbishment of original beams to maintain the character of the building.

Loft conversion approximately 35sqm with fitted bathroom and dormer windows and suspended floor. Refurbishment of original beams to maintain the character of the building.

PAVING & WELLS, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE

08 Jan 2016

Paving laid to all external areas around the house, approximately 300sqm. Wells were found whilst undertaking the work and these were made into features within the paving.

Paving laid to all external areas around the house, approximately 300sqm. Wells were found whilst undertaking the work and these were made into features within the paving.

RENOVATION/EXTENSION TO KITCHEN, NORTHAMPTONSHIRE

08 Jan 2016

The existing outbuilding was demolished and replaced with an extension to the kitchen and a tack room. The chimney and gable wall were rebuilt, and extensive structural steelwork was fitted to support the new roof and existing structure. Gable ends incorporated two circular windows and the roof was inlaid with two velux windows. Whilst carrying out the ground work, a well was discovered and was made into a feature within the floor. The internal high ceilings feature timber ceiling beams to enhance the character of the building.

The existing outbuilding was demolished and replaced with an extension to the kitchen and a tack room. The chimney and gable wall were rebuilt, and extensive structural steelwork was fitted to support the new roof and existing structure. Gable ends incorporated two circular windows and the roof was inlaid with two velux windows. Whilst carrying out the ground work, a well was discovered and was made into a feature within the floor. The internal high ceilings feature timber ceiling beams to enhance the character of the building.

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