Studio AVC has completely redesigned this stunning Edwardian period house and its interiors within a very tight budget. The project includes a new build single storey rear ground floor extension, a roof conversion, as well as a redesigned interior space. Take a look at the complete story after the jump.
From the architect: The project comprises the refurbishment of a terraced house in south west London. It includes a new build single storey rear ground floor extension, a roof conversion, as well as a redesigned interior space. The brief was to enlarge an Edwardian period house, redesign the interior and reinforce the foundations, within a tight budget.The refurbishment and extension allow the ground floor layout to be more efficient. The existing walls have been removed to maximise the space and light and also to create views towards the garden from all parts of the ground floor including from the entrance and living room. An extension was added to enlarge the floor area and maximise daylight on the ground floor. While the side elevations of the extension comprise exposed brick cavity walls, the rear façade has full-height glazed folding doors to make the space feel light and connected to the garden.
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The extension’s roof is a single ply roof with gravel finish on top. A large roof provides natural daylight into the living space. Within the new expanded space, light flows into the lounge and full-height glass focuses views towards the garden The ground floor layout and kitchen have been designed for simplicity and functionality. The dark weathered zinc on the exterior communicates with the blacks, whites and greys of the interiors. However, the design of the interior achieves a softer touch by using bespoke detailing and a rich palette of materials such as stone and timber.
We maximised the space by using sliding pocket doors both on the ground floor and first floor. By using fire resistant sliding pocket doors we achieved an open space feeling and also ensure the design’s compatibility with the regulations. The bathrooms were redesigned to be more ergonometric and make the most of the limited space available. A new toilet added to the ground floor to increase accessibility. Service and storage areas are arranged on the side walls, allowing the central accommodation to be configured as a single continuous open space.
The loft has been re-designed to host a master bedroom with an en-suite bathroom. The views towards the garden have been maximised by full-height glazed sliding windows with French balconies. The bathroom becomes the focal point of the bedroom and a space for relaxation with a walk-in shower and curved free standing bath under the sloped ceiling and the large skylight. The unused space beneath the slope is used for additional storage.
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