When old meets new
A large 1930s - built property in need of a fresh vision to unleash its potential
WELCOME TO MARRAUM
From the glimmer of an idea to the stroke of a pencil, the first turn of a door handle to the flickering of a smile across a face, at Marraum we bring more to your space – and take your story beyond its walls.
And we begin with you. Because at the heart of each architecture project – studio spaces, private loft conversions, commercial builds or building that dream home – are the people who use it.
They’re the yawns that stretch to eye-widening views in the morning. They’re the feet feeling cool concrete underfoot. They’re the eyes looking for inspiration at their desks. And the shoulders that hunker down in the evening. These are the people whose surroundings bring more to each and every experience.
With years of architecture and design experience in both Cornwall and further afield – paired with aesthetic drive, strong ethics and constant curiosity – we know how to make space work harder for you.So from beginning, middle and end – discover how you can bring your own story of space to life.
THE BRIEF
Nick and Pauline wanted to be enamoured by their Falmouth home again, so we were brought on board to make it happen.
Situated in a conservation area, we had to be smart with our proposed designs to make sure we could include everything that our clients needed, while remaining sensitive to the neighbouring wildlife and environment – hence renovating rather than rebuilding.
THE INTERPRETATION
Liaising closely with the clients to understand how they’d use the space, we changed the layout and design of this tired property drastically, providing the blue print for a striking structure. Throughout the design process, the couple embraced our VR technology, which allowed them to see parts of the build before they happened, from right here in our Penryn office.
Our designs set out to upgrade the existing property’s features by providing more space, light, character and usability to this large residential home. Collaborating with Shepherd Contracting, we preempted any difficulties we might run into, making the process as smooth and stress-free as possible.
"In order to fulfil our client’s wishes for a low maintenance external finish we worked closely with Millboard to introduce their decking material as a cladding solution."
Adam
THE OUTCOME
Remodelled and renewed, this build was lightyears from the property we first visited last year. With a new floor, a new layout, a new kitchen, and a brand new balcony for drinking in the sea views; it’s a truly remarkable building.
But the pièce de résistance is the sliding glass wall, which opens to seamlessly integrate indoor and outdoor living. Together these elements have led to some very content clients, who can’t wait to start using the space.
