Interim Presentation DS2

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SITE ANALYSIS

JOULE HOUSE INTERIM PORTFOLIO

SITE FINDINGS Site is acessible via footpath adjacent to A6 and Acton square, a public space. Vechile access is limited, access point via south acton square entrance. Solar gain is obstructed by surrounding residential and commercialy occupied buildings. Thus orientation of site towards solar path is not a high priority. Green space access and views should be prioritised. Section of Greater Manchester Map

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Floorplans & Elevations as Existing;

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Existing Grade II listed Georgian building. Previous resdiential occupation, as reflected by internal proportions. Built early 19th centruy, the building holds a historic background. Previously resided by scientist, James Prescott. Whom conducted sceintific experiments within the basement. Existing faacde has not been modified. North and West facades retain Grade II listing. Party wall agreement in place of east wall. WW 1:300

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Floorplan reflects the building consisting of two disconnected terraced properties. Internal renovations, assumed during 2000s, have removed a section of wall to connect the two properties. Section located infront of existing staircases. Site visit confirms dual staircases are innecessary to circulation of site. Building appraisal can assume limited structural damage to existing. Assumed repairs required to existing roof. As water damage is present internally. Existing timber frame window and doors should be repaired where necessary. Signs of rot were present under inspection. Existing utilities include; private IT network, Gas heating, smart metres and manual ventilation.

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PAGE 1.INTERIM PRESENTATION. RACHEL CHADWICK. MARCH 2022. INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE BS(Hons)

As surrounding buildings are predominently residential, noise barriers should be a priority to design process.


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