The extension, an example of form following function, brings added interest into an otherwise dark corner of a family home. A varied material palate provides continued interest at every turn.

Infilling a shady corner of a new-build home with different, window, door and roof line arrangements was a challenging space to develop. The enthusiasm of the client allowed for presenting a more creative approach to creating a social family space connecting the kitchen and a for formal lounge area. The varied wall materials, colours and textures are complemented by a green roof which features strategically placed rooflights to ensure natural light is allowed in to the darker areas of the house. This roof governed the volume of the internal space, creating a light and airy feel. The space then benefits from different creative views into the garden.

A green roof softens the impact of the extension against the existing house and provides an immediate established presence in the landscape.