After securing planning approval last year, we are pleased to announce that all 36 replacement balcony balustrades have been installed at St Martins House in Southsea.

St Martins House is a prominent modernist apartment block facing onto Southsea Common and seafront.  The original balustrades required replacement due to age and deterioration from the coastal environment.  The new system, designed by MJH in collaboration with Square 1 balustrades, uses long lasting marine-grade stainless steel.

Combined with minimal glazing, the new design will now allow residents to enjoy the wonderful views of the Solent.

After close collaboration with the local authority, we are pleased to post that planning approval has been granted for our contemporary glazed entrance in Upton Grey. The entrance is part of a wider scheme, which will involve a significant reconfiguration of the existing ground floor layout for a large detached property. The works will future proof the house and potential changes in the owner's lifestyle. The project will start on site imminently, with RPS Superstructures appointed as the contractor. This will be the sixth project we have worked on together, so the highest quality of construction standards and project management will be assured.

We are pleased to announce that we have secured planning approval for a two-storey extension for a Victorian cottage in Fareham.

The two-bedroom property now has approval for an additional bedroom and ground floor space. The narrow plot reduced the design options but with clever use of the existing built fabric and innovative layout techniques, the combined space will allow the new owner to create a new family home. The external works will be finished in off-white render, light grey window/door frames and feature tiling. Work is due to start on site early next year.

Our two-storey rear extension and loft conversion project at Camberley is making good progress on site with the contractor Marshall and Mace. The brickwork is now up to eaves line with the two feature gables to follow. The feature gables will form a key part of the design in terms of external appearance and internal space. The gables will allow for a vaulted ceiling with full height windows following the gable line. The project will also include a second master bedroom with en-suite and dressing area as part of the loft conversion works. Combined with the new additions, the existing ground and first floor layouts will be remodelled to integrate the overall design and layout. When complete, the works will have transformed a tired 1930's house into an amazing modern and contemporary dwelling, for current and future lifestyle trends.

MJH Architects are delighted to announce that we have secured planning permission for a contemporary extension on a Victorian terrace house in Maidenhead. The proposal covers extensive internal remodelling works with a wraparound side/rear extension. The design and layout will maximise natural light to create a greater sense of space and volume within the house. The technical design stage is now underway with a start date set for early next year.

Our single-storey extension project in Lasham is making very good progress on site. The walls are now almost complete and roofing works will start next week with the 6m wide three-pane sliding doors on order and ready for installation after the roof works. The build works are being undertaken by Joe Taylor, an Alton based contractor. When complete the extension will have transformed the house and allow for fantastic views of the surrounding countryside.

MJH Architects are pleased to post we have secured planning permission for a two storey extension for a Victorian house in Alton. The client's brief was to remodel the ground floor space and increase the size of the rear bedroom, to make the house more suitable for a growing family. The end plot also benefits from the inclusion of two bi-fold door sets on the side and rear walls to improve the relationship between the inside and outside areas. Work is due to start on site later this year/early 2022.

As part of our partnership with the National Self Build and Renovation Centre, MJH Architects will be taking part in their annual exhibition show which takes place on 15th/16th October in Swindon. We took part last year and it is a great way to meet construction professionals, if you considering a self build project or works to an existing property. We will be on hand to advise you on all aspects of the design and build process from site acquisition to on-site project management. No matter how big or small your project, we look forward to meeting you at the show.

Our project at Dene Lane with Durrant Construction is making very good progress. The windows are due to arrived on site next week, this will enable the external and internal works to proceed towards an end of year completion. The external wall finishes will be a considered combination of timber cladding and render with anthracite grey windows. Although, works are in progress, the transformation from the original property to the enlarged dwelling, which is a 100% increase on the original floor area, is really taking pace. On completion, the house will be a striking new modern family home fit for future lifestyles.

We are pleased to post that Marshall and Mace have now installed the principal structural steel work for our contemporary single-storey extension in Darby Green. The steels consist of two 6m long beams and are an integral part of the open plan design and the glazed corner. The construction of the roof and internals will now follow. Rachel McCarthy acted as the Structural Engineer. Please see our post from last year for a visualisation of the scheme. We will keep you updated as work progresses on site.