This blueprint was created by an architect a long time ago when we first did A&A.
The blue print was based on an older blueprint, the architect did not check the blueprint for foundations. We find that the whole house is stuffy due to the lack of windows.
I inspected the whole house and found that the corners did not have pillars, I think the windows are small because the walls were for structural support and cannot anyhow hack for bigger window opening.
Is it possible to do the following?
1. Change location of the existing pillars
2. Change location of existing stairs
3. Add pillars to existing structural walls so that we can make the window opening bigger.
4. Change location of toilet
5. Convert car porch roof to balcony for both rooms
6. Convert attic to a normal level with more rooms
7. add a level 4 rooftop without those roof tiles for living space for things like rooftop BBQ. garden etc.
If the above is not possible, we are considering a teardown of the whole building for re-piling and construction.
Should we approach an architect first then find a builder or it works the other way also? What other documents do we need for consultation?
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