Brooklands | BespokeResidential Dwelling
Brooklands is a new build dwelling located in the popular area of Tranwell Woods, Northumberland.
Project Overview
Brooklands is a bespoke new build dwelling located in Tranwell Woods, Northumberland. The property was designed as a load-bearing masonry structure enhanced with structural steel frame elements to accommodate extensive glazing and ensure overall stability.
A key feature of the project was the inclusion of a swimming pool, which required close coordination of the foundation design with the specialist pool manufacturer’s requirements.
The habitable roof space added further complexity, with structural solutions developed to support the layout.
Bespoke New Build Residential Dwelling
Napper Architects, Swimming Pool Manufacturer, The Home Engineers (Structural)
Project Challenges
The design required integrating large areas of glazing into a masonry structure while maintaining stability.
The swimming pool foundations had to be carefully coordinated to avoid clashes with the pool tank and associated equipment.
Additional complexity came from designing the roof structure to provide habitable space while meeting architectural and structural demands.
The Solution
We engineered a hybrid structure combining masonry walls with structural steelwork to frame and stabilise the extensive glazed sections.
Our team collaborated with the specialist pool manufacturer to coordinate foundation design, ensuring full compatibility between structural and pool systems.
For the habitable roof, we developed a solution using steel ridge beams, apex frames, and laid-in timber rafters. This provided the strength required while creating open and functional roof space.
The Outcome
The completed dwelling delivers a contemporary family home with expansive glazed elevations, integrated pool facilities, and carefully designed roof accommodation.
By coordinating with Napper Architects and the pool manufacturer, we ensured that architectural aspirations were achieved without compromising structural performance or buildability.