Creating a Stylish Studio and Downstairs W/C in a Village Property

Project Overview

SR Bell Garage Conversion Specialists recently completed a bespoke garage conversion in the picturesque village of Mawdesley. The property’s garage had been left in poor condition by previous owners, and the new homeowners wanted to turn the underused space into a multi-functional studio room with the added benefit of a downstairs guest bathroom.

The Challenge

The existing garage was cluttered, tired, and not suitable for modern use. The key challenges included:

  • A disorganised layout and poor structure
  • No existing drainage for a bathroom
  • A need for energy-efficient insulation and a full internal rebuild

Our goal was to create a clean, modern studio space while integrating a compact, stylish W/C — all while keeping the external aesthetic in harmony with the house.

Our Process

1. Drainage and Soil Stack Adaptation

To accommodate the new downstairs bathroom, we began by:

  • Adapting the original soil stack
  • Creating a new drain connection suitable for the W/C installation

2. Garage Framing and Insulation

With the groundwork in place, we:

  • Fully re-framed the internal structure
  • Installed insulation in line with current building regulations
  • Applied plasterboard to create a smooth, paint-ready interior

3. Floor Preparation

The original floor was insulated and professionally screeded, creating a perfectly level and thermally efficient sub-floor, ready for the client’s chosen final floor finish.

4. Bathroom Installation – Burlington Finish

As per the client’s request, we supplied and fitted premium Burlington bathroom pottery, giving the new W/C a traditional and elegant feel, in keeping with the style of the home.

5. Front Elevation – Seamless External Finish

To ensure the garage looked like part of the original home, we:

  • Rebuilt the front elevation in blockwork
  • Finished it in eco-render, colour-matched to the existing house façade

The Outcome

  • A bright, modern studio space
  • A practical and elegant downstairs W/C for guests
  • A visually cohesive finish that complements the main property
  • Signed off by building control, ensuring compliance and peace of mind

This conversion has given the homeowners valuable additional living space, improved functionality, and enhanced their property’s long-term value — all completed to the highest standards by SR Bell.

Planning Your Own Garage Conversion?

Whether you’re starting from a blank canvas or fixing up a past conversion, SR Bell can help you create beautiful, usable living space with full building regs compliance and a seamless finish.

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