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Project • By forresterarchitects • Private Houses

ADEN London

We are lucky to have had many clients that give us free rein to do something different on the typical London townhouse canvas. The most considered move here is also the most striking.  The existing rear extension, typical for a mid terraced townhouse in fashionable Stoke Newington is barely a decade old was retained rather than demolished only to be rebuilt. Working with what was within the existing walls allow for some creative remodelling to the new rear lounge.  The first floor to the rear outrigger was removed entirely-the loss of an office and bathroom. In its place, a new timber mezzanine now spans the rear of the building as a dynamic diagonal. Expressed as an exposed timber structure it provides new focal point with a ne... More

Project • By forresterarchitects • Private Houses

Springdale

forresterarchitects has enlivened a London townhouse, transforming it with a bright and airy design approach. The traditional London townhouse has some issues with its thermal performance, and with the client, we were determined to address them through this refurbishment.  As energy costs continue to rise, the project is an opportunity to reevaluate the house's thermal efficiency and steer clear of relying on a gas boiler to provide an alternative energy solution. The air source heat pump is an increasingly viable option for a large townhouse. Concealed to the front of the house it is discreetly located below street level.  Fred Howarth Fred Howarth Fred Howarth Fred Howarth Their day to day life is a spaciou... More