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This project involved extensive structural work, innovative design elements, and meticulous attention to detail, resulting in an extremely satisfied client. #### **Problem:** Rishton House presented a unique set of challenges: - **Complete Gutting:** The project started with only four standing stone walls, requiring a full interior build-out. - **Specific Client Vision:** The client had a very specific and ambitious vision for the property, requiring close collaboration and exceptional attention to detail. - **Complex Structural Work:** The project involved significant structural modifications, including steelwork, a loft conversion with dormers, and large-format glass installation. - ![d-blackburn-contractors-rishton-Hyndburn-lancashire-renovation-23](https://dblackburncontractors.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Rishton%20House/d-blackburn-contractors-rishton-Hyndburn-lancashire-renovation-23.webp?width=1200&height=900&name=d-blackburn-contractors-rishton-Hyndburn-lancashire-renovation-23.webp) - ![d-blackburn-contractors-rishton-Hyndburn-lancashire-renovation-24](https://dblackburncontractors.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Rishton%20House/d-blackburn-contractors-rishton-Hyndburn-lancashire-renovation-24.webp?width=1200&height=900&name=d-blackburn-contractors-rishton-Hyndburn-lancashire-renovation-24.webp) - 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![d-blackburn-contractors-rishton-Hyndburn-lancashire-renovation (10)](https://dblackburncontractors.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Rishton%20House/d-blackburn-contractors-rishton-Hyndburn-lancashire-renovation%20(10).webp?width=1200&height=675&name=d-blackburn-contractors-rishton-Hyndburn-lancashire-renovation%20(10).webp) - ![d-blackburn-contractors-rishton-Hyndburn-lancashire-renovation (9)](https://dblackburncontractors.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Rishton%20House/d-blackburn-contractors-rishton-Hyndburn-lancashire-renovation%20(9).webp?width=1200&height=675&name=d-blackburn-contractors-rishton-Hyndburn-lancashire-renovation%20(9).webp) - ![d-blackburn-contractors-rishton-Hyndburn-lancashire-renovation (7)](https://dblackburncontractors.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Rishton%20House/d-blackburn-contractors-rishton-Hyndburn-lancashire-renovation%20(7).webp?width=1200&height=675&name=d-blackburn-contractors-rishton-Hyndburn-lancashire-renovation%20(7).webp) - ![d-blackburn-contractors-rishton-Hyndburn-lancashire-renovation (8)](https://dblackburncontractors.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Rishton%20House/d-blackburn-contractors-rishton-Hyndburn-lancashire-renovation%20(8).webp?width=1200&height=675&name=d-blackburn-contractors-rishton-Hyndburn-lancashire-renovation%20(8).webp) - ![d-blackburn-contractors-rishton-Hyndburn-lancashire-renovation (1)](https://dblackburncontractors.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Rishton%20House/d-blackburn-contractors-rishton-Hyndburn-lancashire-renovation%20(1).webp?width=1200&height=675&name=d-blackburn-contractors-rishton-Hyndburn-lancashire-renovation%20(1).webp) - ![d-blackburn-contractors-rishton-Hyndburn-lancashire-renovation](https://dblackburncontractors.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Rishton%20House/d-blackburn-contractors-rishton-Hyndburn-lancashire-renovation.webp?width=1200&height=675&name=d-blackburn-contractors-rishton-Hyndburn-lancashire-renovation.webp) #### **Solution:** D Blackburn Contractors provided a comprehensive, end-to-end solution: - **Full Interior Build-Out:** Installation of underfloor heating, insulation, new Visqueen, and a new concrete base. - **Structural Modifications:** Installation of new steelwork to support a third-floor loft conversion, complete with a large dormer on the back and two smaller dormers on the front. - **Large-Format Glass Installation:** Organized crane drivers and lifting gear to install massive pieces of glass (up to four meters by two meters) on the back of the house. - **Exterior Restoration:** Hacked out and re-pointed all stonework, refitted new jambs, sills, and heads. - **New Drainage System:** Dug up and installed a new drainage system with six-inch underground drainage pipes, rodding eyes, and manholes. - **Landscaping:** Installed Indian stone and site flagging around the house, along with new curb stones. - **High-End Finishes:** Installed tilt-and-turn windows, large pieces of glass in the middle of the house and roof, glass dormers, pocket-style doors, a water feature, and a slide from the top floor to the next for the client's son (craned in through the roof). - **Full Interior Work:** Completed all electrical, plumbing, groundwork, landscaping, joinery, plasterboarding, skimming, painting, decorating, and large-format tiling. - **Roofing:** A full re-roof with new windows on the sides of the dormer, new cladding, leadwork, decorative ridge tiles with dragons, and decorative chimney pots. - **Log Burners:** Installed decorative log burners in all the bedrooms, along with decorative radiators on the upper floors. #### **Results:** - **Complete Transformation:** Rishton House was transformed from bare stone walls into a modern masterpiece, showcasing exceptional design and craftsmanship. - **Client Satisfaction:** The client was extremely happy with the results, despite the significant investment. - **High-End Finishes & Unique Features:** The property boasts a range of high-end finishes and unique features, including large-format tiling, pocket-style doors, a water feature, and a custom-built slide. 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