Ten Forward Studios (2015-Present)

Budget: £200,000

Location: Finningham, Suffolk, UK

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My favourite project of 2021 was the Photographers Extension at Finningham in Suffolk. Having a client who was an artist opened the concept stage to explore more esoteric and adventurous ideas. I was able to really let lose on this project. It was also the first time I really embraced making a 1:1 fully operational, Rhino Model of the build for the technical design phase. 

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During this time I had also introduced the office to new VR technologies, video renders, and first-person visualisation simulations through Twinmotion; a software I still use today. This project was small and had a tight budget, but was a great deal of fun. While the finished product was not quite what I intended, I was pleased to with the process. Please see below for a small selection of images showing the design sketches through to late construction.

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Roles and Responsibilities: RIBA work stages 0-7: Client Liaison; Contract Writing; Health and Safety; Risk Management; Team Organisation, Pre-Planning Apps; Budget Analysis: Sustainability Reports; Biodiversity Reports; Project Time-lines. Project Brief; Organisation of Survey(s); Liaison and hiring of Prospective Consultants; Fee Invoicing. 2D and 3D rendering/images/videos; Design Presentations; Feasibility Studies; D&A Statements, Heritage Statements; Collation of Documents & Drawings necessary for a wide variety of Planning Submissions & types; Appointment of Specialist Consultants; UK Building Regs Drawings/Detailing & MEP; Manufacturing Info; NBS writing; Schedules of Works, Schedules of Accommodation; RIBA Contract Preparation; Delivery of Tender Documentation. Site Visits; Liaison with Project Managers; Liaison with Contractor; Construction Programmes; Site Logistics; Dispute Resolution; Compliance Checks; Progress Reports; Architect’s Instructions, Interim Certificates; Certificate of Practical Completion. Ensuring Compliance with Planning and Building Regs is signed off; Defects List, Handover and Close out. Liaison with Council on ongoing Services & Monitoring Solar Panel Output over 5 year period.