The house retained its original character but was given a contemporary look thanks to the new volume at the back . The new exterior joinery was given two colors . to the front and rear . In addition , the stairwell was also redesigned to accommodate a more ergonomic staircase in the house .
The renovated dormer houses a new , more spacious bathroom on the first floor . Through the clever placement of the windows , this space has both sufficient privacy and daylight . Furthermore , the number of bedrooms was not touched , but rearranging the floor created an extra office space and a separate toilet .
Energetically , the house also received an update . Old techniques gave way to new , energy-friendly options . For instance , a heat pump was chosen in combination with underfloor heating and air conditioning . For the exterior joinery , high-quality aluminum windows were chosen that comply with current EPB regulations . In addition , a ventilation system D was chosen where the supply and return of air is fully mechanical . The house retained its original character but was given a contemporary look thanks to the new volume at the back . The new exterior joinery was given two colors .
The fixed panels of the new volume are finished in anodized aluminum . The opening parts and windows of the existing house were given a contrasting dark blue color , a nod to the original exterior joinery . Outside , the façade engineering is refined by a stripped-down structural design with the roof structure kept visible . The joinery is structural and the lower , full sections of the walls have been replaced by a flower planter on one side and a bench in concrete on the other .
The interventions carried out ensure that the house has evolved along with the residents ’ needs . They enhance the quality of life and make the kitchen the heart of the house , which is not only functional but also a place where the residents can enjoy the beautiful views and each other .
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