Hidden House – Walton Street

A Unique Period Renovation Designed To Be Completely Invisible, Extensively Used Walk On Rooflights, Opening Rooflights & Fixed Multi-Panel Rooflights.

The design brief

To sensitively transform two former workshops buildings into a modern, light and airy family home, in this hidden location.

Challenge

To achieve beautiful design, to sustain health and well-being through superior craftsmanship, quality materials and intelligent use of glass.

Solution

3m x 2m internal walk on glass floor with glass beams seamlessly appearing out from the walls, elegantly modern design introducing light and the illusion of space. 19mm thick monolithic glass balustrade sections connect each room achieving a spacious, sharp and minimal look. The multi-panel skylight engineered to fit existing timber trusses creates a sense of large expanse and allows the flow of daylight to pass down to the lower levels, lightening up the beautiful design within.

Whether you’re at planning or construction stage why not see how we could help you add natural light and space to your home project; you can call us on 01223 792244 or pop us an email via info@nextgenrooflights.co.uk outlining what help you need.

Pictures of a multiple interior and exterior rooflight installation at Walton Street, London

A range of pictures showing different aspects of Walk On Rooflights, Opening Rooflights & Fixed Multi-Panel Rooflights in situ

Further project details

The new family home, located within a conservation area, has been designed to be completely invisible from the street.  The existing building has been substantially rebuilt and restructured, transforming the internal spaces and creating a new sunken garden and atria. The main living areas are arranged as a sequence of linked open-place spaces, including a mezzanine study level within the roof pitch. Large timber trusses help to define the internal spaces while a palette of timber, brick and concrete creates a contemplative environment.

The garden and atria provide a flow of daylight to the lower level, containing three double bedrooms, including a large master suite with an ensuite bathroom resting within the arched pavement vaults.  The Hidden House was designed using BIM software to allow a full understanding of the existing building’s geometry.

 

Awards

  • London Evening Standard New Homes Awards 2017 - Highly Commended, Outstanding Architectural Merit
  • RIBA London Regional Awards - Shortlisted
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