Design 1

Measured Building Survey | Residential | Manchester

Project Scope

For this property, our team was commissioned to carry out a detailed measured building survey to support the client’s planned renovation and backyard extension. The aim was to provide accurate elevation data, internal layouts, and site topography to guide early design decisions and ensure spatial accuracy throughout the project.

Equipment Used

  • Laser Scanner RTC360
  • Leica GNSS Receiver GS14
  • Leica Total Station TS16

Duration

  • Site Time: 3 days
  • Modelling Time: 45 days

1. Measured Building Survey

The survey included the production of full floor plans and elevations, documenting all relevant architectural details such as loft components, rear-facing windows, and key structural elements. These details were essential for understanding the existing geometry of the property and enabling the design team to plan modifications confidently and accurately.

2. Topographical Survey

A complete topographical survey of both the front and rear yards was conducted and integrated into the measured building data. This information provided the client with critical grading and level reference points, ensuring that the proposed backyard extension aligned correctly within the broader site context.

3. Loft Modelling

Loft access was restricted due to limited entry and insufficient lighting, preventing full laser scanning of the space. To overcome this, the team used manual measurement techniques to document and model the loft area accurately. This allowed the Revit model to remain cohesive and complete, despite the on-site challenges.

Equipment Used

  • Laser Scanner RTC360
  • Leica GNSS Receiver GS14
  • Leica Total Station TS16

Duration

  • Site Time: 3 days
  • Modelling Time: 45 days

Deliverables

The final deliverables supplied to the client included:

• Detailed floor plans
• Elevations
• Loft documentation
• A full site topography survey

Together, these outputs provided a reliable and precise dataset to support the renovation and extension design phases.