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Bespoke Design & Build Solutions

CONCEPT TO KEYS® - DESIGN & BUILD

Our Concept to Keys® approach to the design and build of your new home delivers a low-risk,
cost-certain build approach that allows you to stay in control of your build without having to
take responsibility for the day to day management.

We provide you with a fixed price to take your new build from concept drawings to whatever stage
you would like; Structure, Shell or Turnkey. Our in-house team will work closely with you to understand
your requirements, taking you through the architectural design, engineering and construction stages.

Our Shell and Turnkey packages can include full construction detailing, design and engineering,
negating the need for you to appoint numerous individual consultants.

SHELL TURNKEY

A shell package includes: A finished home includes:

n Walls, floors and roof n Walls, floors and roof
n Insulation n Insulation
n Windows and doors n Windows and doors
n Roof finishes n Roof finishes
n External cladding n External cladding
n Scaffolding n Scaffolding
n Testing and handover n Heating and plumbing
n Electrics
n Internal carpentry
n Kitchens and bathroom
n Decoration
n Landscaping
n Testing and handover

Your journey begins here

The following pages explain in more detail how our design approach, offsite building systems and
single point of contact delivers a home matched to your individual requirements and budget.

A Home Truly Bespoke To You

Why Sylva? The low-risk, cost-certain build approach. You oversee progress, we deliver your build.

GREEN AND SUSTAINABLE HOMES

Integral to every Sylva home is our timber frame build system. Using offsite manufacturing techniques,
the pre-insulated wall panels are matched to engineered floor and roof components to give a strong
and warm superstructure.

Green - our well insulated energy efficient homes, which help to reduce running costs and carbon
emissions from fuel sources. In addition, our offsite manufacturing approach minimises waste, shortens
build time and reduces the impact of site activities.

Sustainable - we use timber and wood products from managed forest sources. Timber is the only
renewable mainstream construction material, absorbing and storing carbon dioxide as it grows.
By using timber from sustainable sources we are both locking away carbon for the life of the building
and supporting forest replanting to continue the cycle.

Overall, you benefit from low energy consumption and hence running costs, while also minimising
carbon emissions in use and storing away carbon for life!

LIGHT GREEN GREEN EVER GREEN

For clients looking to build a For clients making a longer term For clients wishing to make their
good quality, energy efficient investment in their home, happy that home as low carbon and low impact
home, balancing build costs this will be offset against escalating as possible and leave their building
with running costs and fuel costs and further reducing the as a legacy: ever green thinking!
environmental impact. impact of their build.

Why Sylva? Offsite manufacture ensures minimum waste and reduces disruption onsite.

YOUR CONCEPT TO KEYS® JOURNEY

No time to dedicate to your self build project? But want your dream home?
Being time poor doesn't mean that you can't design and build your dream home exactly to your
own specification. Our Concept to Keys® design and build solution is for you.
You need only provide the land and a concept of what you wish to build, we will do the rest.

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Land and Finance: Planning: Bespoke Design: Innovation:
you find and secure we submit we help you what new
the land you want to outline or detailed technologies or
build on and decide planning permission. design your home, techniques will
how you want your considering your home take
build to be funded. advantage of?
all elements of how
your home will
look and feel.

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Products: Manufacture: Build: Test & Handover:
select the offsite construction foundations, does your home
right build shell, windows perform as it was
products for of as many and cladding,
your home. elements as to your required designed to?
specification. Complete training in
possible. how to run your new

home.

Please check our website for current build coverage and package availability.

Imagine...

A totally cost certain way to build, delivered on time. That’s Concept to Keys® by Sylva.
Please contact [email protected] or call us on 01608 819 391 to discuss your project.

Why Sylva? The extent of our work is matched to your needs so you maintain control of all aspects of your project.

YOUR CUSTOM BUILD AT GRAVEN HILL

We have built up extensive knowledge of this unique self build opportunity, which is less than 40 minutes drive
from our Oxfordshire offices. Sylva will guide you through every stage of your Golden Brick design and build
project, working with Graven Hill on your behalf to ensure that your home is built on time and on budget.

Our Graven Hill expert will act as your first point of contact to explain how we work. Our design team will
then work closely with you during the design process. Once on site our dedicated construction manager is
responsible for all our Golden Brick plots at Graven Hill.

DESIGN MANUFACTURE ASSEMBLY FIT OUT

Design brief, plot Selection of the Delivering your SHELL handed to you
passport requirements, right products for home to site, for fit out by your
watertight shell subcontractors
concept design, your build and assembled in or completed
developed design, commence offsite
Graven Hill approval 3-4 weeks by us as a TURNKEY
manufacturing package

Ask the experts:

Current design trends Design advice Important factors

n Roof style; modern mono n Home automation, in-built n How the building looks
pitch or flat roof speakers, CCTV/ home security n How the floor plans work

n Cladding; low maintenance, n Solar panels with your lifestyle and
stylish, mixture of timber, n Expertise in what will work daily routine
stone and render n Whether the build is
for your home regarding achievable within your
n Window and doors; large, elevation view, what materials budget
modern frames to allow look best and how to utilise
maximum light but good the space and improve your
insulation sketch ideas

Why Sylva? We have a dedicated ‘Golden Brick’ onsite construction manager, so we are always on hand.

BESPOKE 2 BEDROOM HOME ~ 80m2

Customer objectives and plot geometry:
This plot had a limited building area, therefore the home was designed over three floors.
Internal walls were kept to a minimum to achieve an open feel throughout with minimal
break in movement around the house.

What were the considerations when designing the elevations and floor plans?
To make the most of a south facing external space, a terrace was incorporated in this
design. Full height windows to the bedroom, study and ground maximised natural sunlight
entering the building. The design has the potential for three bedrooms but here one
bedroom is utilised as a study; see the example layout below.

Example front elevation

Example ground floor plan Example first floor plan Example second floor plan

Alternative front elevation Your lifestyle, your budget

When designing your home, it’s important that every design and build element is carefully
considered to achieve your lifestyle objectives, whilst ensuring the best value for your budget.

Why Sylva? Translating your vision into a detailed design is a key stage on the journey of building your home.

BESPOKE 3 BEDROOM HOME ~ 130m2

Customer objectives and plot geometry:
For a plot that is long and narrow, together with height restrictions, to avoid the building
feeling tight and cramped a spacious size hallway leading to a semi open plan kitchen and
living room is incorporated. The kitchen and the living room space is maximised, all other
rooms are smaller and cosier.

What were the considerations when designing the elevations and floor plans?
A semi open plan house with three bedrooms, an extension feel is achieved at the rear of
the design, to give as much natural light to enter the house. A utility room and a separate
study have been included; see the example layout below.

Example front elevation

Example ground floor plan. Example first floor plan.

Individual design Alternative front elevation

Sylva homes are designed to meet your individual build and living goals. Your home will be
as unique as you are, to stand out from the crowd or blend in with your surroundings.

Why Sylva? Your home will be designed your way. Soundproof music room? Gallery landing? Bedroom balcony?

BESPOKE 4 BEDROOM HOME ~ 180m2

Customer objectives and plot geometry:
On a plot that is not wide enough to have a garage to the side of the build, it can be
positioned at the front of the home as in the example below. This allows the garage roof
to be used as a terrace/ balcony to blend the garage and house together.

What were the considerations when designing the elevations and floor plans?
A big kitchen and living space to the rear of the build to optimise light and access from a
south facing garden. Upstairs a master bedroom with ensuite plus two equal sized guest
rooms and a fourth bedroom. An open plan living space with maximum light, a double
garage and utilise the garage roof to incorporate a front facing terrace/ balcony.
See example layout below.

Example front elevation

Example ground floor plan Example first floor plan

Your home, your way

Illustrations shown are examples of layouts and exterior styles. Your home will be designed
specifically to meet your unique needs and can be finished on the outside to your choice of
timber, brick, render, tile or stone claddings; our design team will help you decide.

Alternative front elevation

Why Sylva? Your home will be designed your way. Temperature controlled rooms? Bi-fold doors? Under floor heating?

BESPOKE 4/5 BEDROOM HOME ~ 250m2

Customer objectives and plot geometry:
For a large house on a plot with limited building area, this example home was designed over
three floors. Internal walls were kept to a minimum to achieve an open feel throughout with
minimal break in movement around the house.

What were the considerations when designing the elevations and floor plans?
An intricate design to achieve simplicity with a modern look. The movement around
the rooms and ground floor is unbroken and works with the openness. The garage has
been positioned at basement level so it does not interfere with the main front elevation, the
additional basement room can be used as fifth bedroom, music room, cinema or games
room. There are four good sized bedrooms, a double garage, open plan living space with
maximum light. See example layout below.

Example front elevation

Example basement floor plan

Example ground floor plan Example first floor plan

High performance ‘green’ homes Alternative front elevation

Timber frame homes are the ideal choice because they are green and sustainable. The speed
and ease of construction reduces the risk of many onsite pitfalls associated with conventional
build methods - it’s the perfect low-risk way to build.

Why Sylva? We believe that everything in your home should be designed for the way that you and your family live.

PRICE GUIDELINES

Sylva homes are not based on a library of pre-determined house types. We prefer to work with
you to design a home to meet your individual requirements.

The prices and build routes below are intended as a guideline to help you consider the flexibility
and benefits of building your home with us. Costings are based on a typical floor area of average
‘green’ homes.

Floor space Build From To
80m2 Shell £72,000 £76,000
130m2 Turnkey £112,000 £124,000
180m2 Shell £110,500 £123,500
250m2 Turnkey £178,750 £198,250
Shell £148,500 £168,300
Turnkey £243,000 £274,500
Shell £200,000 £231,250
Turnkey £325,000 £375,000

Groundworks and foundations are priced separately depending on your plot location, please visit our
website for our current build coverage and package availability. For Golden Brick plots, Graven Hill will
price your groundworks separately.

‘From & To’ prices allow for varying levels of building specification and fit out. Our team will work out
all your requirements and budget when estimating your build costs.

Please contact [email protected] or call us on 01608 819 391 to discuss your project.

Why Sylva? Your home is unique and we help develop a design which fits your aspirations, your lifestyle... and your budget.

HEALTH, SAFETY & ENVIRONMENTAL

Health & Safety
Sylva can act as your Principal Designer and Principal Contractor under the CDM 2015 Regulations.
We are committed to working to the highest standards of health and safety to ensure that, together,
we deliver your home without incident or harm to any involved.
Environmental
Where possible materials are purchased from sustainable sources. Operationally we consider the impact
of our actions on our customers, our team and also on the wider community and environment.
Choosing natural materials for your build saves the energy and carbon associated with the manufacture
of more intensive alternatives such as masonry. By combination of carbon lock-in and appropriate
material substitution, your home could save up to 5 tonnes of CO2 before you even move in. That is the
same as nearly 25,000 miles of driving in a modern car.

* Our Safety and Environmental policy statements are available on request.

Why Sylva? Our architectural design forms the link between concept, innovation and realisation.

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Kingstanding Farm
Ascott-under-Wychwood
OX7 6AR
T 01608 819 391
E [email protected]
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Bespoke home designs completed in-house by Han Kim

Please contact [email protected] or call us on 01608 819 391 to discuss your project.