Through the years, we’ve designed all sorts of structures. Sometimes, clients may want us to build a skyscraper while in others it could be a quaint family home. Luckily, we have the means to help them with anything they desire. This is because we employ the best people and have a reputation as an architect London loves.

There is a growing demand for mid-rise constructs. This creates challenges and opportunities for our field. We work to balance value with delivery here. Examples of these buildings include mixed-use developments and apartment blocks.

Wood frame building is one of the most cost effective options. This is because they permit high density at cheap costs. At the same time, they offer other benefits such as versatile design and also fast build times.

The structural detail of mid-rise wooden structures is vital. It plays a big part in the ability to maximise lot configuration. It helps with managing the costs per unit too.

One configuration out of three

There’s something particular about multi-residential and multi-storey mixed-use projects. You normally configure them in one of three ways. The one we’re going to explore is tuck-under/walk-up. Tuck-under units with personal garages are common in suburban areas. This is because high density isn’t vital.

Normally three storeys, they have the smallest densification rate. However, they’re the cheapest as well. Construction costs stay low since there’s small excavation. The need for a dominant parking garage is non-existent here. In addition, you usually design the whole building with one kind of framing material.

There’s an emerging trend in many urban settings to get rid of parking. The parking is often replaced with extra ground floor commercial or residential units. We refer to this as a walk-up layout.

At Coffey Architects, we’re happy to take on any project regardless of its size. Construction is expensive and costs will start building quickly. However, we will make sure that you don’t go over your budget. With our help you will have an architect London clients love to help with all of the planning and also managing the work.

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