Renovation and refurbishment of existing buildings is becoming more and more important these days as space and resources are often limited, especially in urban areas. Adaptations and extensions of buildings as well as attic conversions are a good alternative to new buildings. Refurbishments help us to create more space, reduce energy consumption and preserve our cultural heritage while bringing the building up to latest technical standards. Renovation not only honours the past, it also means looking into the future!

“All properties that we work on are treated with the same high levels of respect and care.“

Refurbishment involves:

  • repairing/fixing an area or item,
  • decorating or enhancing,
  • restoring the appearance or good condition of the property.

Examples of refurbishment:

  • Replacing kitchen or bathroom cabinetry or bench tops,
  • Painting interior or exterior walls,
  • Replacing the carpets, or polishing the floorboards.

Renovation involves:

  • changes in structure,
  • the replacement of an item or area of your home,
  • conversions and/or extensions

Examples of a renovation:

  • Add or remove walls to open or enclose rooms
  • Replace an entire kitchen or bathroom area
  • Move electrical or plumbing items
  • Adding additional rooms to the rear or top of the property

Demolish or renovate?

Finally, if the existing building is in poor condition, the question will come up: renovate or demolish and build new? To come to a decision, different factors must be considered: your aims, desires, the state of the building and the investment involved. Another question is whether your expectations and changes are feasible with the existing building. What is the architectural value of the building and, finally, what is the emotional value that you connect with the existing building? Often it is advantageous to involve an architect to help you with this decision, who will be able to tell you what the technical options are, what costs are involved and compare it to the construction of a new home.

Make it Memorable. Make it Iconic

To find out more about how Iconic can help you to renovate & refurbish your property please get in touch by calling +44 (0) 203 984 5386 or visiting the contact us page and filling in an enquiry form. We look forward to hearing from you.