Joaquin believes in working closely with his clients in order to produce a tailor-made design for their home. Keeps Architect specialises in residential extensions and new build projects in Surrey and Oxfordshire.
Joaquin Gindre
BA (Hons), PG Dip, ARB, RIBA
Extensions
The Industrial Renovation
First-Floor Side Extension & Ground Floor Refurbishment – Esher, Surrey
The driving force behind this project was the ambition to create a single open-living space along the entire rear of the property. We successfully achieved this by creating visual separations such as a vaulted ceiling, exposed beams, exposed brickwork and well-positioned furniture. The ground floor created a Snug, Dining Area, Kitchen, Boot Room and Utility Room. The first floor side extension added a walk-in-wardrobe and En-Suite to the Master Bedroom.
Rosie’s Home
Two-Storey Side & Ground Floor Rear Extension – Leatherhead, Surrey
We started this project with the brief of creating a traditional 4-bedroom home set within a Conservation Area. We achieved this by creating an open-plan ground floor which opened up on to the garden and a large two-storey extension which blends in well with the neighbouring buildings and local area.
The Loft
First Floor Rear Extension & Loft Conversion – Fetcham, Surrey
The aim was to create a spacious Master Suite within the new loft conversion and to create a large Guest Suite on the First Floor. The loft conversion is accessed via a double-height void to a large Master Suite which includes a Walk-in-Wardrobe and large Shower Room.
Exposed Angles
Single-Storey Side Extension – Leatherhead, Surrey
This large Surrey home was in need of some modernising. We were able to utilise unused external areas between the house and garage to create a modern, light open plan Kitchen / Dining area with a part-vaulted ceiling.
Exposed Structure
Single-Storey Side & Rear Extension – Surbiton
The brief for this project was to create a new open-plan Kitchen / Dining / Snug Area, as well as a new study, new Utility and garage. We replicated the original stepped rear elevation in the new extension by creating a double-height space over the dining area. The different areas have been defined by exposed beams internally and black bricks with exposed steel work externally.
3 Generations / 1 Home
Single-Storey Side & Rear Extension – Ashtead, Surrey
This family home needed an upgrade to include an enlarge Kitchen / Dining area as well as an attached annex with separate access. The extension has been designed with a stepped rear elevation in to maximise views down to the rear of the garden. The project also included converting the double garage into a Lounge. Flint walls were used on the front elevation to match the existing property.
The 3 Peaks
Single-Storey Rear Extension – Banstead, Surrey
This four-bedroom property was in a need of an extension which would not only create a new modern Kitchen, but also consolidate the existing extensions in order to give the property a clear identity. We decided to create a series of pitched roofs all leading to the garden. The main pitched roof is topped by a glazed pyramid which flood the open-plan Kitchen with natural light throughout the day. A new terrace and pergola in the rear garden also helped to tie-in together the new and the old to bring the finishing touches to this traditional yet modern family home.
The Master Suite
First Floor Rear Extension – South Croydon
The aim was to create a Mater Bedroom Suite without reducing the existing bedrooms. We managed to create this by replacing the existing staircase and building over the ground floor extension to create a spacious bedroom with a large en-suite and walk-in wardrobe.
The Bright Entrance
Large Renovation – 2 Extensions & New First Floor – Fetcham, Surrey
The aim was to build a new first floor with two new bedrooms over a renovated ground floor for a growing family. As part of this project we extended at ground floor by 2 metres and removed the entire roof to create a new first floor. Ground floor works included a new Entrance hall, new heating and electrical system and an open-plan Kitchen / Dining / Living Area.
Garden View
Single Storey Rear Extension – Bookham, Surrey
Our objective was to create an open-plan Kitchen / Diner which linked the rest of the home with the existing raised terrace. The rear glazing with internal glazed balustrade allow the room to be opened up and maximise on natural light. Further light is introduced into the room via roof lights in the vaulted ceiling.
The Manor
Renovation – Clapham, London
The aim on this refurbishment was to add some modern touch and enhance the features of the existing building. The works included two bedrooms, a bathroom and the Living / Dining area of a 2-bedroom apartment.
Sun Trap
Single-Storey Rear Extension – Maidenhead
We created a modern open-plan Kitchen / Dining Area / Lounge with traditional touches and details. The large 6m glazed rooflight in the centre of the roof provides natural light into the entire space. A glazed entrance into the kitchen was introduced from the hallway to maximise on light spaces vistas throughout the property.
The Revival
Single-Storey Side & Rear Extension – Surbiton
The aim was to form a new open-plan kitchen / dining area. The works also include a new utility room and a replacement garage. Completed July 2016.
New Arrival
Two-Storey Front Extension – Walton-on-the-Hill, Surrey
The objective of the project was to create a more generous entrance and a third bedroom on the first floor. A two-storey front extension was built with an oak porch to create a spacious main entrance. Matching rooflights and brickwork were used to maintain the character of the property.
The 2 Peaks
Loft Conversion – Weybridge, Surrey
The home oweners required two extra bedrooms for the growing family with a shared bathroom. The two bedrooms are formed from two tile-hung rear dormers, with a flat roof slate dormer set between the two gables. An internal void has been created above the new staircase allowing extra light into the existing first floor landing. Construction was completed in January 2016.
Pond View
Two-storey Side Extension – Morden
The property had previously had several extensions, however the brief for this project was to design an annex which included an open-plan Kitchen/Diner, a bedroom and bathroom upstairs and to maximise on natural light. The two storey extension was designed with its own entrance. A large rear dormer creates a double-height space connecting the two floors together. The extension was completed in November 2015.
Home Gym
Single-Storey Side Extension
The extension has fitted in nicely with the character and style of the existing property to create a new gym and shower room. It was essential to match the open eaves, roof tiles, and brickwork, including the plinth. The extension was completed in October 2015.
A New Home
Large Renovation – 3 Extensions & New First Floor – Ashtead, Surrey
We removed the existing bungalow roof and constructed a new roof which incorporates 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The ground floor was refurbished internally to create and open-plan lay-out between the kitchen, dining and lounge. The works also included converting the garage and 3 ground floor rear extensions with two large roof lights to maximise on natural light.
Gable-End Lighting
Single-Storey Rear Extension – Morden
The brief for the end of terrace property was to demolish the existing brick garden store and design a rear extension with high level glazing on the rear elevation to allow maximum light into the middle part of the kitchen. A large screen on the side elevation will mirror an existing screen where both open-up onto a raised terrace.
The Guest Suite
Loft Conversion – Ashtead, Surrey
It was essential during this project that the aesthetics of the proposed loft conversion were in keeping with the character of the existing Edwardian property. The front dormer window has matching materials and details to the main gable and it formed the space for a new staircase to access the loft conversion. The rear large flat-roof lead dormer is split between the bedroom and en-suite. The space in the loft is maximised by using concealed storage in the eaves space which allowed for a generous bedroom suite. As part of the works the two existing bathrooms were also refurbished.
Rear Extension – Kitchen / Dining Area
Pyramid Roof – Bookham, Surrey
The design brief was to primarily demolish the existing conservatory and create a new kitchen / dining area. As part of the works there were also internal alterations to the living room, hall and bathroom as well as re-roofing the existing garage. The kitchen peninsula and the change in ceiling height (vaulted ceiling) allow for the different spaces to be designated without the use of internal wall. The Dining Area has an airy feel to the room with natural light from three sides of the pyramid.
Side Extension – Gym & Garage
Ashtead, Surrey
The main focus of the project was to create a new gym at the rear of the property and replace the existing garage. This was done by combining Edwardian elegance with modern touches which allowed the new extension to become part of the home effortlessly. Matching materials were used throughout the extension. The rear gym is accessed via the existing lounge and opens up to the south-facing garden terrace. It was critical to design a room which felt spacious and bright in a tight and narrow space. This was achieved by creating a vaulted ceiling over the middle of gym with high-level glazing, thus maximised on natural sunlight.
Front Porch & Entrance
Manor House Entrance – Leatherhead, Surrey
This property sits at the top of Hawks Hill with an incredible view of the Surrey Hills. My involvement in the project was in designing the main entrance to the house. As part of the previous phase of works the property had large extensions, internal alterations rendered. The new porch was designed to balance the front elevation with the existing front extension, garden wall and double garage.
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