Study spaces, mirrored either side of the
internal courtyard, look out onto the planting
and provide a visual relationship between
both the existing and new architecture
as well as the internal and external
environments all year round, without the
need to open doors or windows. In warm
weather, however, the timber glazing allows
for the space to be opened up to the planted
areas and encourages cross-ventilation to
naturally cool the home.
A combination of natural timbers, exposed
grey brickwork and pockets of glazing
appear both inside and out, blurring
the thresholds and creating a calming
environment. New openings combined with
glazed partitions, create a light and inviting
environment across the whole house and a
statement pitched roof frames a full-length
flat rooflight to the ridge of the extension,
creating views up to the sky from within the
dining area.
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