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O'Connor's JoineryBeautiful handmade alcove cabinetry. With plenty of storage and featuring in-frame raised panel doors, Solid oak full stave worktops and matching chunky oak veneer floating shelves. Cabinetry finished in F&B Cinder Rose Matt. Sprayfinished
Paul Cashin ArchitectsPhotography by Richard Chivers https://www.rchivers.co.uk/
Marshall House is an extension to a Grade II listed dwelling in the village of Twyford, near Winchester, Hampshire. The original house dates from the 17th Century, although it had been remodelled and extended during the late 18th Century.
The clients contacted us to explore the potential to extend their home in order to suit their growing family and active lifestyle. Due to the constraints of living in a listed building, they were unsure as to what development possibilities were available. The brief was to replace an existing lean-to and 20th century conservatory with a new extension in a modern, contemporary approach. The design was developed in close consultation with the local authority as well as their historic environment department, in order to respect the existing property and work to achieve a positive planning outcome.
Like many older buildings, the dwelling had been adjusted here and there, and updated at numerous points over time. The interior of the existing property has a charm and a character - in part down to the age of the property, various bits of work over time and the wear and tear of the collective history of its past occupants. These spaces are dark, dimly lit and cosy. They have low ceilings, small windows, little cubby holes and odd corners. Walls are not parallel or perpendicular, there are steps up and down and places where you must watch not to bang your head.
The extension is accessed via a small link portion that provides a clear distinction between the old and new structures. The initial concept is centred on the idea of contrasts. The link aims to have the effect of walking through a portal into a seemingly different dwelling, that is modern, bright, light and airy with clean lines and white walls. However, complementary aspects are also incorporated, such as the strategic placement of windows and roof lights in order to cast light over walls and corners to create little nooks and private views. The overall form of the extension is informed by the awkward shape and uses of the site, resulting in the walls not being parallel in plan and splaying out at different irregular angles.
Externally, timber larch cladding is used as the primary material. This is painted black with a heavy duty barn paint, that is both long lasting and cost effective. The black finish of the extension contrasts with the white painted brickwork at the rear and side of the original house. The external colour palette of both structures is in opposition to the reality of the interior spaces. Although timber cladding is a fairly standard, commonplace material, visual depth and distinction has been created through the articulation of the boards. The inclusion of timber fins changes the way shadows are cast across the external surface during the day. Whilst at night, these are illuminated by external lighting.
A secondary entrance to the house is provided through a concealed door that is finished to match the profile of the cladding. This opens to a boot/utility room, from which a new shower room can be accessed, before proceeding to the new open plan living space and dining area.
Daisy D DécoQuoi de plus agréable que de sentir en vacances chez soi? Voilà le leitmotiv de ce projet naturel et coloré dans un esprit kraft et balinais où le végétal est roi.
Les espaces ont été imaginés faciles à vivre avec des matériaux nobles et authentiques.
Un ensemble très convivial qui invite à la détente.
The Room StudioProyecto realizado por Meritxell Ribé - The Room Studio
Construcción: The Room Work
Fotografías: Mauricio Fuertes
Janey Butler InteriorsThe total renovation, working with Llama Projects, the construction division of the Llama Group, of this once very dated top floor apartment in the heart of the old city of Shrewsbury. With all new electrics, fireplace, built in cabinetry, flooring and interior design & style. Our clients wanted a stylish, contemporary interior through out replacing the dated, old fashioned interior. The old fashioned electric fireplace was replaced with a modern electric fire and all new built in cabinetry was built into the property. Showcasing the lounge interior, with stylish Italian design furniture, available through our design studio. New wooden flooring throughout, John Cullen Lighting, contemporary built in cabinetry. Creating a wonderful weekend luxury pad for our Hong Kong based clients. All furniture, lighting, flooring and accessories are available through Janey Butler Interiors.
Frome InteriorsWe were approached by the client to transform their snug room into a library. The brief was to create the feeling of a fitted library with plenty of open shelving but also storage cupboards to hide things away. The worry with bookcases on all walls its that the space can look and feel cluttered and dark.
We suggested using painted shelves with integrated cupboards on the lower levels as a way to bring a cohesive colour scheme and look to the room. Lower shelves are often under-utilised anyway so having cupboards instead gives flexible storage without spoiling the look of the library.
The bookcases are painted in Mylands Oratory with burnished brass knobs by Armac Martin. We included lighting and the cupboards also hide the power points and data cables to maintain the low-tech emphasis in the library. The finished space feels traditional, warm and perfectly suited to the traditional house.
Janey Butler InteriorsThe total renovation, working with Llama Projects, the construction division of the Llama Group, of this once very dated top floor apartment in the heart of the old city of Shrewsbury. With all new electrics, fireplace, built in cabinetry, flooring and interior design & style. Our clients wanted a stylish, contemporary interior through out replacing the dated, old fashioned interior. The old fashioned electric fireplace was replaced with a modern electric fire and all new built in cabinetry was built into the property. Showcasing the lounge interior, with stylish Italian design furniture, available through our design studio. New wooden flooring throughout, John Cullen Lighting, contemporary built in cabinetry. Creating a wonderful weekend luxury pad for our Hong Kong based clients. All furniture, lighting, flooring and accessories are available through Janey Butler Interiors.
Webb Yates EngineersClient: Private
Architect: Cousins & Cousins Architects
Contractor: Romark Projects Ltd
Photography: Jack Hobhouse
The Bazeley PartnershipThis extremely complex project was developed in close collaboration between architect and client and showcases unmatched views over the Fal Estuary and Carrick Roads.
Addressing the challenges of replacing a small holiday-let bungalow on very steeply sloping ground, the new dwelling now presents a three-bedroom, permanent residence on multiple levels. The ground floor provides access to parking and garage space, a roof-top garden and the building entrance, from where internal stairs and a lift access the first and second floors.
The design evolved to be sympathetic to the context of the site and uses stepped-back levels and broken roof forms to reduce the sense of scale and mass.
Inherent site constraints informed both the design and construction process and included the retention of significant areas of mature and established planting. Landscaping was an integral part of the design and green roof technology has been utilised on both the upper floor barrel roof and above the garage.
Riviera Gardens was ‘Highly Commended’ in the LABC South West Building Excellence Awards 2022.
Photographs: Stephen Brownhill
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