Project Overview

This London Road project highlights North Oxford Developments’ capability to deliver high-quality new build homes alongside complex site transformation works.

Working with an existing three-bedroom semi-detached property, the brief evolved into a multi-unit development, with the construction of two new self-contained flats to the side of the original house. The result is a carefully designed scheme that maximises the potential of the plot while delivering three distinct, high-specification dwellings.

This project demonstrates our ability to manage developments from groundworks through to completion, delivering new homes built to modern standards and finished to a high level of quality.

Objectives and Goals

The client’s objective was to unlock the development potential of the site by utilising the side plot to create additional residential units. The goal was to deliver two high-specification flats that would sit seamlessly alongside the existing property, while also reconfiguring the external space to serve all three dwellings effectively.

A key priority was ensuring that the new units met all current building regulations, including acoustic performance, while maintaining a strong, contemporary aesthetic across the entire site.

Before the Project

The property originally comprised a standard three-bedroom semi-detached home with a large, underutilised side garden. While the plot offered clear development potential, it required full design coordination, structural works, and service integration to transform it into a multi-unit residential scheme.

The existing external areas lacked structure and functionality, requiring complete redesign and landscaping to accommodate the new layout.

Scope of Work

The project involved the construction of two new build flats from the ground up, alongside extensive external works and upgrades to the existing property.

Key elements included:

  • Full groundworks, including excavation and pouring of new foundations
  • Construction of two new self-contained flats (ground floor and first floor units)
  • Installation of new structural elements, floors, and staircases
  • High-spec internal fit-out to both flats, delivering modern, functional living spaces
  • Installation of new windows and doors throughout
  • Full compliance with building regulations, including acoustic/soundproofing requirements between units
  • Complete reconfiguration of the external space to form three separate gardens
  • Landscaping works including patios, sleeper retaining walls, and planted areas
  • Installation and coordination of all required services to the new units, including connections to the main road
  • Application of a silicone-based Weber render across the entire development, creating a clean, contemporary finish

Challenges and Solutions

Developing new residential units alongside an existing property required careful planning and coordination, particularly in relation to services, structural integration, and compliance with modern regulations.

Acoustic performance between the flats was a critical requirement, and we ensured all construction met the necessary standards, successfully passing sound testing and delivering comfortable, private living environments.

Transforming a single large garden into three functional, well-designed outdoor spaces also required thoughtful planning. By incorporating level changes, defined boundaries, and quality landscaping elements, we were able to create practical and attractive gardens for each dwelling.

Results and Outcomes

The completed project successfully delivers two new high-quality flats alongside the existing house, significantly increasing the value and usability of the site.

Each unit has been finished to a high specification, offering modern layouts, strong thermal and acoustic performance, and a clean, contemporary aesthetic. The external rendering ties the development together visually, while the landscaped gardens provide well-defined, usable outdoor spaces for each property.

This project stands as a strong example of North Oxford Developments’ ability to deliver new build homes from scratch, managing every stage from foundations through to final finishes with precision and attention to detail.

Client Outcome

The client was highly satisfied with the end result, particularly the quality of the new flats and the efficient use of the available land. The development has successfully transformed a single dwelling into a multi-unit residential scheme, delivering both strong financial value and high-quality living spaces