HRA Architects

Fulham Road

Mixed-Use Development

Challenge: The client needed to unlock the full value of a constrained urban site by adding residential and commercial capacity without compromising architectural character.
Solution: We delivered a carefully balanced scheme combining rear and roof extensions to house luxury apartments above modern commercial units. Ongoing phases will introduce duplex residences, ensuring the development continues to grow in both value and function.

Kensington Gardens

Co-Living Conversion

Challenge: The client sought to transform a dated 9,978 sq ft building into a vibrant, efficient co-living space appealing to modern renters.
Solution: We reimagined the layout to create 31 self-contained residential units, optimizing space, compliance, and community amenities. The result is a forward-thinking living environment aligned with contemporary urban lifestyles.

The W1

Super Prime Residential Enhancement

Challenge: Occupants of a high-end property required discreet yet functional storage expansion without disturbing the building’s premium aesthetic.
Solution: Our design introduced bespoke storage solutions seamlessly integrated into the existing architecture, enhancing convenience while maintaining the property’s luxury standards.

Premier House

Fire Safety Recladding

Challenge: Post-Grenfell, the property required urgent fire-safety improvements and regulatory compliance without diminishing its appearance.
Solution: A sensitive recladding process, ensuring full compliance with the latest safety standards while preserving and enhancing the building’s external character and long-term value.

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Chesterfield

Victorian Property Refurbishment

Challenge: The client’s Victorian home lacked modern efficiency and functional flow.
Solution: Through substantial rear and loft extensions and a full refurbishment, we improved energy performance, spatial usability, and period-sensitive detailing – bringing the property into the 21st century while respecting its heritage.

Clappers Meadow

Masterplan and Entrance Hall

Challenge: The property’s front elevation lacked definition and cohesion, diminishing its curb appeal.
Solution: Our masterplan incorporated a handcrafted oak entrance hall, improving the architectural balance and presence of the façade while setting a warm, elegant tone for the home.

Richmond Park Road

Internal Redesign and Loft Conversion

Challenge: The existing internal layout didn’t reflect client’s lifestyle or make full use of the space.
Solution: We reconfigured internal circulation and converted the loft to create an additional bedroom, resulting in improved navigation, functionality, and comfort – all tailored to the client’s daily living patterns.

Tapleys

Site Masterplan and Granny Annex

Challenge: A flexible living solution needed to support independent yet connected family living.
Solution: We developed a holistic masterplan including the conversion of a carport into an oak-framed annex, providing privacy, accessibility, and warmth – a thoughtful balance between autonomy and care.

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All Farthings

Commercial Conversion to Apartments

Challenge: The adaptive reuse of a heritage pub demanded significant structural modification while preserving character.
Solution: We deepened and extended the basement and added an extra floor, creating eight distinctive apartments. The design maximizes density and market value while retaining the building’s local identity.

Masters House

Courtyard Conversion

Challenge: Previous planning refusals had stalled progress on a commercial-to-residential conversion within a tight courtyard setting.
Solution: We redesigned the scheme to address planning concerns and successfully converted the property into three high-quality apartments, proving that creative design can overcome complex regulatory challenges.

Peperharow

Semi-Detached New Builds

Challenge: A challenging backland site requiring careful planning.
Solution: We prepared full concept and planning documentation for two semi-detached, three-bedroom houses – harmonizing contemporary living standards with site constraints to deliver planning success.

Old Wall Cottage

Care Home Expansion

Challenge: The client needed to expand care home capacity within limited grounds while maintaining resident well-being and site cohesion.
Solution: We designed a complementary new building providing additional bed spaces, integrating seamlessly with the existing facility and supporting the client’s operational growth.