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Tradition with a modern twist
This stunning addition to an Edwardian house in north west London is the work of Carver Farshi, a partnership between Studio Carver and Daniel Farshi Architects.
The homeowners wanted to maximise light and space with a contemporary glazed extension that would stay in keeping with the dwelling’s traditional features. But they were adamant the loft conversion should not look like a dormer, as the architectural style didn’t appeal.
The designers found a solution to these requests by using red zinc cladding to complement the heritage clay tiles and fitting a large, sliding glass window to provide expansive views of the surroundings.
On the ground floor a tall oak picture window creates a framed view of the garden. The architects also chose to fit a fully glazed roof in this area, supported by steel fins to allow natural light to flood into the kitchen.
For more information visit studiocarver.co.uk and danielfarshi.co.uk
Arts & Crafts renovation
by Design Storey
PROJECT OF THE MONTH
Architects Lydia Robinson and Lawrence Grigg, from Design Storey, carefully designed and project managed the comprehensive renovation and extension to their Cotswolds property in Chipping Campden.
The home, located on a large corner plot, didn’t make the most of the grounds and its orientation, so a thorough redesign of the layout ensued. The architects switched the focus on the house by replacing a semi-attached garage with the single-storey kitchen to the south west of the dwelling, and creating a carport and driveway to the north east. The position of the new culinary zone helps connect the previously underused garden with the home, as well as creating a semi open-plan area.