We Make Basements Pass — Even With PD Limitations
Basements are the hardest to get approved — and PD rules add strict limitations that often lead to refusals.
We specialise in designing basement layouts that pass BRE 2022 daylight tests, even when window sizes and external changes are fixed.
Non-Habitable Rooms in the Middle of the Space
Living rooms and bedrooms deep in the plan almost always fail. We shift all habitable spaces toward the windows to maximise daylight and achieve compliance.
Dark Kitchens Under 13m²
Under the BRE rules small kitchens don’t need daylight. If necessary, we place them in the naturally darker areas to preserve the brightest zones for living spaces.
Bathrooms, En-suites & Walk-In Wardrobes
Bathrooms, En-suites & Walk-In Wardrobes we use them to “absorb” the darker parts of the plan. By placing bathrooms, ensuites, storage and utilities centrally, we free up the brighter areas for habitable rooms to achieve compliance.