Digital illustration of a modern two-story house with brick and white exterior, large front windows, a small garden with yellow flowers, a black cat on a lattice structure, and what appears to be a chimney with smoke.

House 134

Many of the properties we assess share a common brief: to enhance the connection between kitchen and dining areas, especially where original layouts feature small, separate kitchens typical of their era.

In this project, we extended the property to the side, ensuring the front elevation remains largely unchanged to preserve the period character and original detailing. The garage doors have been retained, now serving as access to a dedicated bike store, while a new shower room and utility space are discreetly positioned behind.

To the rear, a contemporary extension is visually separated from the existing structure by a glazed strip, introducing abundant natural light and creating a spacious, open-plan kitchen and dining area. This approach balances modern living requirements with a sensitive respect for the property's original features, offering a seamless blend of old and new.

A contemporary extension and refurbishment

Three people standing and talking inside a bright kitchen with an open door leading outside to a garden.
Garden scene with two cats, one black and white walking and one gray lying on the grass, surrounded by plants and potted flowers, with a greenhouse and brick house in the background.
Architectural blueprint showing front and side elevations of a house with features like roof, windows, door, and chimneys.
Floor plan of House 134, ground floor, showing locations of a bike store, WC, utility room, entrance, two living areas, kitchen, and other rooms, with a driveway and garden area outside.

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