LGSF housing development in Somerset

OVERVIEW

LGSF STRUCTURAL DESIGN AND DETAILING FOR SOMERSET RESIDENTIAL SCHEME

SITE : Stogursey Somerset

Sector : Residential

Client : Forefront Contractors

Architect : Architectural Design Solutions (ADS)

Design 4 Structures was appointed to provide the structural design and detailing for Castleview, a new build site of five bespoke homes in Stogursey, Somerset.

This residential development aims to deliver traditional yet modern and spacious family homes, with each property offering high-quality living space, private gardens, and parking.

Our role included reviewing the traditional engineering design and re-working the structure in light gauge and hot-rolled steel to improve efficiency and ensure suitability.

COST-EFFECTIVE STRUCTURAL DESIGN SOLUTIONS

THE SOLUTION

Delivering RIBA Stages 4 and 5, we reviewed the traditional design and adopted a value-engineered approach to enhance efficiency. By integrating light-gauge steel with hot-rolled steel where appropriate, we achieved a more buildable and cost-effective structure.

Working closely with our client and incorporating U-Roof sections, we removed the requirement for hot-rolled ridge beams by introducing an attic solution formed entirely from light-gauge steel frame. This significantly reduced the overall steel tonnage while maintaining design integrity.

SPEED, ACCURACY AND MATERIAL EFFICIENCY

Our delivery brought measurable benefits to the Castleview project: • Faster build: The panelised scheme enabled quicker construction compared to traditional blockwork. • Greater accuracy: Working within a BIM environment and developing a fabrication model increased precision across the project. • Material savings: Replacing ridge beams with a light gauge steel attic solution reduced hot-rolled steel tonnage, improving sustainability and efficiency.