Garage conversion system patented
A Newcastle architect has patented a ‘quick and cheap’ system for converting parking garages into bungalows. The Husk concept has been developed by Russell Edwards, who also runs Newcastle architectural…
HUSK housing has won a prestigious prize at this year’s Constructing Excellence North East awards
The ‘HUSK’ homes, developed by HUSK UK in partnership with Karbon Homes, won the Innovation award and were also highly commended in the Offsite Project category. Karbon Homes was the…
Housing association turns garages into affordable bungalows
OLD garage blocks on two sites in Peterlee are being converted into four new bungalows in Peterlee. The new homes will use the floors and the main walls from garages…
HUSK secures first patent for innovative garage based affordable housing concept
A house designer has been awarded a UK patent for its innovative approach to transforming unwanted and disused garage sites into affordable new homes. The patent covers HUSK’s ground-breaking solution…
Garages to become affordable homes in North Shields
Draughty old garages from the 1950s are being converted into comfortable homes by North Tyneside Council. The 52 garages on Falmouth Road, North Shields, are no longer in use and…
North Shields garages that became magnet for antisocial behaviour to be turned into new homes
The eyesore garages on Falmouth Road will be converted into eco-friendly bungalows – this picture shows what the new homes will look like. A set of old garages that became…