PROJECT REPORT

Home Renovation and Extension
2021

1. Project Overview

This project involves the renovation and extension of an existing home. The work includes adding a new construction as well as renovating existing spaces to create a harmonious and functional ensemble.

2. Project Overview Views

2.1 Existing State

🏠 BEFORE - View before work

View before work

State of the home before extension work

2.2 3D Views of Final Project

View after work

Overall view with new construction after work

Aerial view with extension

Aerial view showing integration with existing building

3. Comparative Analysis: Before / After

🏠 BEFORE
  • Existing building with garden
  • Separate garage
  • Limited living space
  • No connection between spaces
  • Traditional roofing
  • Exposed brick walls
✨ AFTER
  • Modern extension added
  • New bedroom created
  • Additional office
  • Optimized garden space
  • EPDM flat roof
  • Harmonious connection between old and new

4. Plans and Elevations

4.1 Floor Plan (Top View)

Aerial view

Aerial view showing dimensions: 4.15m x 5.48m with rainwater drainage trench

4.2 Elevations

Right side view

Right side view of complete project

Left side view

Left side view of project

5. Facades and Openings

5.1 Garden Facade

Front view

Precise dimensions: Total width 5.50m with sill heights at 1.00m and 0.38m

5.2 Rear View

Rear view

Rear view showing connection between existing and new spaces

6. Description of Work Completed

6.1 New Construction

Dimensions and Area

Length
5.48 m
Width
4.15 m to 5.25 m
Height
Variable (sloped roof)
Added surface
≈ 25 m²

6.2 Spaces Created

  • New Bedroom - Comfortable and bright space
  • New Office - Dedicated workspace
  • Rainwater Drainage Trench - Rainwater management
  • Redesigned Garden Space - Optimized outdoor area

7. Distribution Plan

Site plan

Functional distribution of spaces after work

Section plan

Section view showing distribution between existing building and new construction

8. Additional Project Views

8.1 Facades Before and After

Facade before work

Facade before extension work

Facade after work

Facade after extension work

8.2 Side Views

Side 2

Alternative side view of ensemble

All dimensions

View with all building dimensions

8.3 Detailed 3D Views

Front aerial perspective

3D aerial perspective from the front

Rear aerial perspective

3D aerial perspective from the rear

Aerial view without extension

Aerial view of existing state without extension

House current state

Overall view of completed finalized project

9. Detailed Technical Specifications

9.1 Roofing Materials

  • EPDM Roofing - High-performance waterproof membrane
  • Wall coping - Zinc finish
  • Rendered concrete blocks - Ash grey color identical to house
  • Skylight window - 100 × 100 cm for natural light

9.2 White PVC Exterior Joinery

  • French door - 120 × 205 cm
  • 3-panel window - 214 × 120 cm
  • Skylight window - 100 × 100 cm (roof)

9.3 Opening Dimensions

French door
1.20 m × 2.05 m
Large window
2.14 m × 1.20 m
Sill height
1.00 m / 0.38 m
Lintel height
0.82 m / 1.14 m

9.4 Rainwater Management

  • Zinc rainwater downpipe - Connection to drainage trench
  • Rainwater drainage trench - Optimal roof water evacuation
  • Integrated system - Designed to ensure efficient drainage

10. Aesthetic Aspects and Integration

10.1 Architectural Integration

  • Harmony with existing building
  • Identical render color (ash grey)
  • White PVC joinery for visual consistency
  • Modern flat roof creating elegant contrast

10.2 Facades

  • Garden facade - Large window (214×120cm) for maximum light
  • Courtyard facade - French door (120×205cm) with direct outdoor access
  • Rendered walls - Careful and durable finish, ash grey tone
  • Concrete blocks - Identical color to existing home for visual unity

11. Design Tools Used

11.1 SketchUp

Complete 3D modeling of the project allowing visualization from all angles, with detailed representation of materials, textures and exact dimensions. The 3D views allow anticipation of the final result and validation of aesthetic choices.

11.2 Sweet Home 3D

2D plans and perspective views for interior design, facilitating understanding of space distribution and circulation between different areas. Allows precise visualization of dimensions and room ergonomics.

12. Project Benefits

✅ BENEFITS
  • Increased living area - Approximately 25 m² additional
  • Optimized living spaces - Additional office and bedroom
  • Improved brightness - Large glass openings (214×120cm + 120×205cm)
  • Property value enhancement - Quality extension with durable materials
  • Modern comfort - High-performance PVC joinery, optimal insulation
  • Rainwater management - Complete system with drainage trench
  • Harmonious aesthetics - Perfect integration with existing structure
  • Functionality - Optimized circulation between spaces

13. Technical Summary

Project Synopsis

📐 Dimensions:
• Length: 5.48 m
• Width: 4.15-5.25 m
• Area: ~25 m²
🏗️ Materials:
• EPDM roofing
• Ash grey render
• White PVC joinery
🚪 Openings:
• French door: 120×205cm
• Window: 214×120cm
• Skylight: 100×100cm
🏠 Spaces:
• Office
• Bedroom
• Redesigned garden