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Luxury Basement Conversion & Structural Engineering
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New Town, Edinburgh
Completion: 2025

Luxury Basement Conversion & Structural Engineering

Project Overview

Converting a New Town basement is a complex engineering task involving deep excavation, structural tanking (waterproofing), and significant underpinning.

We implemented a Type C cavity drainage membrane system to ensure 100% moisture protection, along with a sophisticated ventilation system to maintain air quality.

A key architectural challenge was maximising natural light, which we solved by deepening the front and rear light-wells and installing full-height glazing.

Key Deliverables

  • Structural underpinning and excavation
  • Type C cavity drainage waterproofing
  • High-spec light-well optimization
  • Underfloor heating and heat recovery ventilation
  • Acoustic soundproofing between floors
Interior finish
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