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Sustainable Extension & Reconfiguration — Birmingham
We call this project Light House — not only for the extraordinary quality of light within, but for its light carbon footprint too. It is a project defined by a shared commitment between client and architect: to build beautifully, sustainably and with honesty about materials.
Natural slate tiles, wood fibre insulation and a timber frame construction ensure energy efficiency and long-term sustainability, while a new life was found for repurposed elements throughout — including the old kitchen units, given a second chapter within the new design. Strategically placed south-facing rooflights and a structural timber-framed glazed gable flood the space with natural light, infusing the interior with warmth while creating a strong, generous connection to the garden.
The reconfiguration of the ground floor introduces a new kitchen, dining room, utility, shower room and WC. The main living space is designed to evolve — equally at home as a place for cooking and entertaining as it is a dynamic studio for making and displaying art.
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