Category: Refurbishment

14
Oct

Diagonal Rear Extension | Barlby | Architects in Kensington & Chelsea

A diagonal rear extension replaces a tired conservatory  in Ladbroke Grove, West London.

A diagonal rear extension has replaced a tired conservatory that used to occupy the garden of a mid-terraced house in Ladbroke Grove, West London. The house is located in the Oxford Gardens Conservation Area, within the London Borough of Kensington & Chelsea. To provide a modern and vibrant solution to extend the rear of the property, a natural copper cladding has been used.

The new extension provides an enlarged kitchen with a dedicated utility room and extra storage space. The full-height folding/sliding doors, which extend over 6.5 metres, provide access to a raised external terrace. The terrace and the rear extension both overlook a mature garden from an uninterrupted south-facing aspect, creating a spacious and inviting atmosphere. In addition to the rear extension, the house has been refurbished to include the remodelling of the master bathroom and bedrooms on the upper floor. The use of a natural copper cladding adds a unique touch to the property’s exterior, creating a bold and contemporary look that complements the existing architecture.

Over time, the copper cladding will oxidise and change from orange to green, in the same manner as the traditional roof architecture of London. This will give the property a more natural and aged appearance, adding to its overall charm and character.

The new diagonal rear extension has transformed the tired conservatory into a stylish and modern addition that enhances the functionality and visual appeal of the property. The enlarged kitchen and additional storage space, combined with the raised external terrace, provide ample room for entertainment and relaxation, while the natural copper cladding adds a unique touch to the property’s exterior.

No Side Extension | Fortnam | Architects in Islington

Garden Pergola Extension | Strone | Architects in Newham

02
Oct

Conservation Refurbishment | Mercers | Architects in Tufnell Park

One of our commercial client’s has retained our architectural services for a conservation refurbishment of their fine Victorian villa in Tufnell Park, North London.

The conservation refurbishment works involved the reconfiguration of the interior and the reinstatement of lost decorative features of the original house. All rooms would be redecorated with paint colours sourced from a Victorian palette to compliment the character of the houseTo reflect the modern day requirements of our clients with a young family subtle re-planning of the bedrooms was proposed.
 
With clever engineering, a full height basement was introduced which added an entire new floor to the house. A low-engineered foundation solution avoided the need for costly underpinning. As such the original footing so remains untouched and avoids raising the concerns of the neighbours. The extra basement floor area provided a perfect playroom for the children. Natural light to the basement was provided by new two new oval windows inserted into the building fabric. Dedicated plant rooms and building services are also accommodated in the basement.
 
The proposed conservation refurbishment involved relocating the master bedroom to the front of the house. One of the walls of the new master bedroom conceals a secret door, which pivots to reveal an ensuite shower room. The children’s bedroom, on the same floor, is separated from the master bedroom by a walk-in dressing room and a dedicated laundry room. Providing the laundry room on the first-floor landing, nearer the bedrooms, makes the task of gathering a little bit easier.
 
A further two extra bedrooms and an office are provided to the top of house as part of the conservation refurbishment works. A new bathroom was added to one of the bedrooms which is located underneath the mansard roof construction to the front of the roofTo the existing rear outrigger, a dedicated guest suite has been provided with its own bathroom. This self-contained suite will be used for guests or an au pair.