Joiners Arms, Newton by the Sea

Pub Repurpose
in Benton

In this project, our initial task was to explore the feasibility of extending the first floor into the loft, with the intention of converting it into a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO). Simultaneously, we were tasked with extending the front elevation to provide additional seating for increased covers. Discover how our team’s strategic thinking delivered concept and planning solutions, addressing challenges to determine the financial viability of this ambitious project.

Project Overview

Location: Shiremoor/Benton
Objectives: Extend the first floor into the loft for potential HMO use, and extend the front elevation for increased seating capacity.
Deliverables: Concept and Planning

Value Provided

We went beyond aesthetics, focusing on optimizing space and ensuring financial viability. In the Shiremoor/Benton project, we provided:

Strategic Concept Design: Our team delivered a concept that not only considered the potential HMO conversion but also maximized the front elevation for increased seating, creating a versatile and economically viable space.
Planning Solutions: Mimas Residential facilitated the planning process, ensuring that the proposed extensions and alterations complied with regulations, setting the stage for a successful transformation.

Key Achievements

Practical Space Utilization: Through a comprehensive measured survey, we identified limitations in extending the loft area for additional rooms, leading to a strategic design that maximized available space without compromising structural integrity.
Successful Planning Approval: Navigating the challenges of a potential HMO and front elevation extension, our team secured planning approval, providing a green light for the envisioned transformation.
Financial Viability Assessment: Determining financial viability was a critical challenge, and Mimas Residential conducted a thorough assessment to ensure that the proposed changes would result in a rewarding investment for our client.

Challenges

The primary challenge in this project was determining the financial viability of the proposed extensions and alterations. Our team conducted a meticulous assessment to provide our client with a clear understanding of the potential returns on investment.

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The Shiremoor/Benton project exemplifies Mimas Residential’s dedication to strategic design thinking. By addressing challenges in space optimization and financial viability, we delivered a concept that not only met the initial objectives but also set the stage for a lucrative investment.

If you have a project in mind, let’s discuss how we can turn your vision into reality.

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