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[su_posts posts_per_page=”1″ tax_term=”2703″ order=”desc” orderby=”rand”] Similarly, it is asked, what is an iceberg mansion?
The “Iceberg Homes,” named so because, like an iceberg, they are much larger below the surface, became a common trend among many billionaires in the London borough of Kensington and Chelsea. These homes contain large underground spaces with luxurious amenities and more rooms.
Subsequently, question is, can a basement be bigger than the house? It depends. If the basement does not extend the full footprint of the house, it is easy (this is just expanding into a crawlspace). If it already extends the full footprint of the house, you should seriously consider why you want to expand to create a wider basement. It’s definitely possible, but it is very expensive.
Considering this, what is an iceberg basement?
basements are classified as mega, or ‘icebergs‘, of at least three-storeys or two-storeys extending under the garden. Larger ‘iceberg‘ basements are concentrated in Kensington and Chelsea and Westminster. These basements are up to 18 metres deep and often bigger than the houses they are built under.
Do all homes have basements?
Structurally, for houses, the basement walls typically form the foundation. In warmer climates, some houses do not have basements because they are not necessary (although many still prefer them). In colder climates, the foundation must be below the frost line.