This project extends a maisonette that had previously been converted from an early Victorian house. The new kitchen, dining and study spaces are informally defined by exposed oak posts and beams, allowing natural light to penetrate deep into the lower ground floor plan.

House for a Stationer by Architecture for London

ArchitectArchitecture for London
Location: London, UK
Year: 2018
Project size: 91 sqm
Photography: Christian Brailey

House for a Stationer by Architecture for London

From the architect: Framed views are created between the spaces and direct the eye towards the lush green backdrop outside. The depth of the rear extension was defined by an existing upstairs neighbour’s stair, which had to be retained to allow access to their garden. Fluted glass reduces the impact of this stair when viewed from the new study.

House for a Stationer by Architecture for London

An orthogonal grid continues throughout the property with bricks in a variety of bonds externally, and square tiles with contrasting colour grout lines to the kitchen and bathroom. This contemporary, geometric approach is contrasted with refurbished traditional Victorian details on the upper floor.

House for a Stationer by Architecture for London

The extension benefits from high performance insulation, giving low U-values and good airtightness. New underfloor heating to the lower floor reduces running temperatures, and new radiators with TRVs can better control heating to further lower energy demands. Indoor plants improve air quality by converting CO2 to oxygen and actively eliminating bacteria and mould spores.

House for a Stationer by Architecture for London

House for a Stationer by Architecture for London

YOU MAY ALSO LIKEOliphant Street by Paper House Project

House for a Stationer by Architecture for London

House for a Stationer by Architecture for London

House for a Stationer by Architecture for London

YOU MAY ALSO LIKEElliott Square House by DF_DC Architects

House for a Stationer by Architecture for London

House for a Stationer by Architecture for London

House for a Stationer by Architecture for London

House for a Stationer by Architecture for London

House for a Stationer by Architecture for London

YOU MAY ALSO LIKELawes St Extension - Hawthorn by Habitech Systems

House for a Stationer by Architecture for London

House for a Stationer by Architecture for London

House for a Stationer by Architecture for London

House for a Stationer by Architecture for London

House for a Stationer by Architecture for London

House for a Stationer by Architecture for London

House for a Stationer by Architecture for London

House for a Stationer by Architecture for London

House for a Stationer by Architecture for London

House for a Stationer by Architecture for London

House for a Stationer by Architecture for London

House for a Stationer by Architecture for London

House for a Stationer by Architecture for London

House for a Stationer by Architecture for London

House for a Stationer by Architecture for London

House for a Stationer by Architecture for London

House for a Stationer by Architecture for London

House for a Stationer by Architecture for London

House for a Stationer by Architecture for London

This project extends a maisonette that had previously been converted from an early Victorian house...

You might also like:

Bamboo Skyscraper in Singapore

Recommended post: Bamboo Skyscraper in Singapore