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Waiyaki Way Town Houses.

 PLAN DESCRIPTION

This home seamlessly combines elements from the urban home style to create a wonderfully quaint design.

This home has a combination of living room and well sized  bedrooms with large linen on the second floor which share a jack and Jill bath.

It also has a useful and connected car garage at the ground floor level.

The master suite invites you to relax in luxurious bathroom with two sinks, large shower and separate tub.

The master suite also has barn doors which open to two walk-in closets.

The laundry room sits just steps away on first floor. The plan makes use of space and provides an island with an eat at the bar kitchen.

The kitchen features a prep sink on the island plus a walk-in pantry. The layout draws you into a great room where a brick accent wall and two sets of French doors add elegance.

A welcoming porch wraps around the front with another back porch in back for outdoor grilling fun. The porches are large and have an open design which facilitates comfortable living as well as terrific entertaining space.

Every bedroom has a high level wall closet.

The great room and entry feature a vaulted ceiling that is 14 feet high.

The house has many features such as  window seats, stair tower, lots of storage, bathroom skylights, double vanities and other built-ins. The fireplace provides a cozy ambience in the great room. In the main gathering spaces, the plan ensures there is interaction with family and friends while cooking, eating or hanging out.

The great area is flooded with light from the wall of the floor to the ceiling windows. The main master bedroom receives abundance of natural light through French doors that lead directly to the rear balcony.

The ground floor can be completed to meet any additional space.

Step inside and find where every inch has been incorporated into functional spaces.

 

Francis Gichuhi Kamau.

info@a4architect.com

0721410684

 

Kiserian 2 Bedroomed Bungalow.

PLAN DESCRIPTION

This home plan was designed to bring out a house character that is expressed in the continuing connection of interior and exterior spaces.

Spacious kitchen and great room were designed as one space in an open floor design.

The positioning of windows allows continuing sunlight in the house.

The main living room has a higher ceiling thus increasing the volume of the space.

The master bedroom is located separately from the living area to allow privacy.

The master suite also has a bright bay window, two walk-in closets and a comfortable bath.

The second bedroom offers a vaulted ceiling. The house layout has flexibility of options and extra rooms could be extended if necessary.

A small fireplace is tucked in the corner of the great room.

The laundry room features include a large sink for cleaning.

The kitchen has plenty of space with both an island and a counter that serves the great room.

The windows and glass doors are secured with sliding shutters.

Multiple French doors lead to large veranda. The simple forms, shed roof and vaulted ceiling contribute to modern style with lots of light and air.

A vaulted ceiling adds volume to the great area and columns and a bay window add distinction to the dining room.

The sunny communal space provides casual and durable settings for large gatherings.

A sky lit back porch adds charm and expands living space.  This architectural design was created as a mix between modern luxury and affordability.

The roof design allows collection of rainwater which can be used for garden landscaping. The pitched roof features brings water to a single downspout. With ample pantry space and built ins, the architectural design can meet the needs of most demanding entertainers.

The openness of living room creates a great flow between different lifestyle activities.

 

Architect Francis Gichuhi Kamau.

info@a4architect.com

0721410684

4 Bedroomed Maisonette. Garden Estate, Nairobi

PLAN DESCRIPTION

Modern architectural design can feel light and bright as this design proves.

The house is full of wonderful nooks and crannies.

The main living level connects to the street with a front porch and a dining room opens up to views of the backyard with a double height open kitchen and living room connected to an elevated back deck.

All the spaces are compact but still big and well enough laid out to work properly.

The kitchen maximizes space and includes a dishwasher, full size oven and inbuilt microwave.

The upstairs bedrooms have a sloped ceiling on the sides and closets positioned in the lower ceiling space.

This design offers abundant open-air living by the way of an outdoor kitchen, veranda and cabana with fireplace off the great room at the rear of the house.

This home is designed to be low maintenance and energy efficient.

The walk-in pantry is adjacent to the kitchen, the laundry is in the downstairs bedroom wing. As you enter the living room an expansive wall of glass is displayed as the main feature in the room. The main master suite, laundry facilities and guest rest room allow for home-owners to comfortably entertain and age in place.

The master suite is designed to pamper with two closets, twin vanities, a separate shower and a garden tub.

At the first level of house folding doors opens up from the living room to the back deck.  The extended overhangs at the high point of the roof provide shading and weather protection for the windows on both first and second floor. The first-floor design was built to maximize the openness of this plan and still allowing for functional built-ins and unique features.

The most captivating interior feature of this plan will be seen upon entering the living room. The living room has a cavernous space that is flooded with natural light to the large amount of glazing on the back wall.

 

Architect Francis Gichuhi Kamau.

info@a4architect.com

0721410684

PLAN DESCRIPTION

This design provides a wonderful fluidity throughout the apartment.

The plan holds 3 bedrooms and 2 baths in every floor apartment.

Each floor apartment contains an outdoor patio for breath of fresh air.

A hallway, abundant with closets, connects you through guest bedrooms, kids’ bedrooms, guest/kids’ bathrooms which has a linen closet, and finally the master bedrooms.

The master bedrooms are equipped with private bathrooms, walk – in closets and large windows to capture savoy sunshine.

The master bedrooms also have tray ceilings and access to rear porches.

The master bathrooms have luxury and convenient large showers and private access to utility rooms.

The living rooms are well ventilated from the patio doors and spacious enough for furniture arrangement.

The ample living rooms have wonderful windows , lit shelves and creates a multi-functional work spaces.

The car garages on the ground floor level offer extra storage spaces for a workshops or lawn equipment.

The kitchens are open to the main living rooms creating a communal indoor environment. The kitchen islands can serve as a refreshment bar for those coming from backyard.

The kitchens have ample counter spaces that wraps around central breakfast bar. An attached dining room rests off to the sides.

The kitchens have appliances features such as in-wall ovens and microwaves, gas ranges and overhead vents.

The quartz counters and table materials tie the two surfaces together and allow the dining tables to double as kitchen island.

The windows on either side of the rooms admits ample natural light minimizing the use of artificial lighting during the day. The windows nook at the end of closets blocks are the perfect retreat at the end of a day.

A large mudroom adjacent to the garages allows for extra storage and laundry areas as well as desks space. Several built-in features provide efficient and stylish storages and functionalities.

 

Architect Francis Gichuhi kamau.

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0721410684

 

Syokimau Maisomette. 4 bedroomed.

PLAN DESCRIPTION

This modern house is designed to fulfill luxurious living needs and allow owners live comfortably in a well-designed living environment. This house plan consists of 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, spacious kitchen and a great living room.

The master bedroom is located separately upstairs to allow privacy and comfort. The master suite has its own bathroom and closet. The storage room is located at the front of the house.

Indoor- outdoor living on two floors with 4 bedrooms and 2 baths is what this plan entitles.

Extra amenities include walk in pantry, laundry, abundant open-air living by the way of an outdoor kitchen. The great room is straight ahead. At the middle the island kitchen flows into the opening dining area.

There is also full guest or kids’ suites downstairs. The entry level garage can be transformed into additional room or to form huge open space. The spacious living room, kitchen and dinning will work great for any lifestyle.

Large windows on either side enhances good ventilation as well as capturing views in a different direction providing continuing light in the house . Cross ventilation ventilator provides a constant balanced supply of fresh air.

The staircase to the second floor ends up in generous family room. The living room has higher ceiling which increases volume of the space and its openness creates a flow between different living and lifestyle activities. The roof design allows collection of rainwater.

Open shelving and a complete D.I.Y are the cost saving design options. The D.I.Y kitchen option has a rustic style and industrial strength. Framed walls enhance a series of bays for the refrigerator and cooking area. Emphasis on passive solar techniques include large shaded glazing areas which are shaded through the use of covered entryways. The goal during this home plan was to choose durable materials and that will give the house a modern character.

 

Architect Francis Gichuhi Kamau.

info@a4architect.com

0721410684

 

4 Bedroomed Maisonette . Katani, Syokimau.

PLAN DESCRIPTION

This plan is ideal for 4 bedroom house modern family.

The plan has 4 bedrooms, one master bathroom, large common room and a spacious car garage.

The layout makes it possible for home owners who value durable and high quality construction.

This home has features such as large areas of glazing, window shading devices and super insulated construction options.

The large glass windows and doors provide the common room with light.

The master bedroom is easy to reach on the main floor and sits next to a full bathroom.

The other bedrooms can hold kids or guests. It’s designed for indoor-outdoor living and entertaining all through the year round.

It is filled with other features like, lots of storage, walk-in closets, double pantries, kitchen island and other in-builts.

The simply elegant design with many features throughout makes this massionate a place you will want to call home.

The main living level connects to the street with a front porch and a dining room, opens up a kitchen and living room connected to an elevated back-deck.

The kitchen flows into spacious common room where a fireplace is a focal point. The ceiling throughout the main living rooms creates an impressive space.

The main level master suite and other bedrooms allows the home owners to comfortably age in place. Roof line is simple.

This simple shape and D.I.Y options makes this an affordable home plan.

Relax in the master suite tub where a bayed window gives a view of backyard.

There are also sinks, separate showers and french doors to the rear porch. Bump outs are kept to a minimum.

Less waste and complication lead to savings that can be put into extra high end finishes. The laundry room is conveniently located down the hall. The main entry to the common room is between the dinning and living areas.

 

Architect Fancis Gichuhi kamau.

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0721410684

 

Architecture.

This architectural house plan is designed to fit within a narrow plot where land value is high , hence need to make use of available space economically.

Fit within a 1/8th plot.

The architectural plan is arranged such that 4 such units can easily fit within a 1/8th plot and still leave enough space in the front for 3 car parkings and a sizeable space in the rear for the back yard.

Internal Rooms.

a4architect.com has designed this to ensure ample natural light and ventilation in all rooms and spacious room arrangement for the internal spaces.

The living room is located in the 1st floor level. The kitchen is also located at the 1st floor level. The 2nd and 3rd floor levels contain 2 bedrooms each.

The top floor is an open garden to be used as a relaxation space and for hanging clothes to dry.

On the ground floor level, there is a car parking space and a servants quarters room self contained.

Construction technology.

This house can be constructed using the normal reinforced concrete support frame or using pre engineered building method using steel structure.

For architectural design and construction costs, feel free to email info@a4architect.com.

Architect Francis Gichuhi kamau.

0721410684

21 acres for sale, near KAG University, Kitengela, opposite Hawa Childrens home.

Kes 5m per acre.

kes 2.5m per half acre.

Kes 1.3m per quarter acre.

kes 700,000 per 1/8th acre.

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Pre Engineered Steel structure vs Reinforced Steel structure support for buildings.

 

Most buildings in Kenya, 2 storeys and above, are supported structurally using reinforced concrete.

Reinforced concrete is composed of structural ribbed steel that is covered in concrete.

Cost of Reinforced concrete.

1 meter length of concrete contains steel worth kes 900, 4 number D16 reinforcement.

The same length contains concrete worth kes 1,000, 0.1 Cubic meters of concrete.

Total costs including labour and formwork is approximately kes 2,200.

Cost of Structural steel.

I meter length of 4inch by 4 inch gauge 16 steel tube costs kes 1400. Add labour, to bring the cost to kes 1800.

Lower Cost.

The structural steel frame for supporting a residential house is at a lower cost compared to using reinforced concrete.

Other Advantages.

Structural steel takes smaller space since for a smaller cross section than reinforced concrete, it offers same structural support strength.

A few buildings have utilized this method of construction of late.

There is one conspicuous building made of structural steel support frame coming up in Kericho town CBD. Also , in hurlingham, the office block below was done using structural steel support frame.

Architectural Design.

A4architect.com can offer architectural design that incorporates use of structural steel support which will help developers to lower their construction costs and achieve better, more aesthetically appealing buildings.

Architect Francis Gichuhi Kamau.

info@a4architect.com

0721410684

 

 

Expansion joints are installed on large floor spans to prevent cracks in buildings due to expansion. These are made of PVC Styrofoam and fitted in between the beam and column joints then covered in concrete floor slab as shown above.

Architect Francis Gichuhi Kamau.
0721410684
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