Case study:
Curzon Park
Chester
Commercial, Master Planning, New Build
This project involved the review of an existing dwelling which was to be demolished and to investigate how the remaining site could be utilised to develop two new dwellings within an important conservation area of Chester which overlooked the city walls and racecourse.
Overview
The brief for each dwelling was to provide a high-quality family home that responded to the prestigious location.
This project involved the review of an existing dwelling which was to be demolished and to investigate how the remaining site could be utilised to develop two new dwellings within an important conservation area of Chester which overlooked the city walls and racecourse.
What We Did
The site was constrained by a significant slope to the rear leading down towards the racecourse, which was integrated into the proposal by utilising a sunken terrace in the gardens to provide a connection between the landscaped rear garden and basement spaces.
The integration of the basement level also allowed for the desired leisure spaces to be integrated without creating a dominating mass on the site. The existing street scene provides an eclectic mix of styles and we designed the dwellings to respond to this aspect.
The result
The front of the dwellings have been designed in such a way that the proportions of the windows respond to some of the more traditional properties, whilst utilising projected gables and porches to provide relief and interest.
An area of feature glazing has been utilised to the rear, maximising use of natural daylight and views towards the racecourse. We chose the materials carefully to provide a blend with the context without compromising the contemporary elements that were used to elevate the scheme.
