Design Buy Build Issue 36 2019 | Page 77

The basement walls were made up of 600mm piles with 250mm reinforced retaining wall covered with delta membrane tanking 100mm of insulation and 140mm block work. The base is made up of 220 cellcore, 400mm reinforced slab, delta tanking membrane, 100mm insulation and 70mm structural screed. The construction of the floors above ground was made up of steel columns and heavy masonry blockwork. External walls are rendered with self-coloured render with bespoke natural stone window surrounds. The house is fully equipped with the latest Lutron lighting and AV systems. Internal and external doors are made by a bespoke joinery company. 77