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The two volumes ( main house and mews ) are currently linked via a steep staircase at basement level , offering no visual connection between the two buildings and making access challenging for users . SHH ’ s design solution aims at creating a seamless flow between the main residence and the mews from a new glass link at ground level . This glass link draws inspiration from Georgian / Victorian glasshouses and will run along the existing ground floor terrace to form a modern orangery . The team have proposed a combination of glass and bronze framing for a seamless transition between the two volumes and greater connections with the outdoors .
Guy Matheson , Director of Architecture at SHH says , “ Our intention is to reinforce the contrast between the historic and modern side of the property and to allow users to feel as if they are transitioning between two distinct spaces . By connecting the spaces with glass , one is able to read the elevation of both the mews and the main dwelling house through the orangery .”