London based DOS Architects have accomplished an incredible job in remodeling two Victorian terraces and transforming them into this outstanding home. This kind of transformations and additions are a single of their signature projects when it comes to remodeling residential Victorian buildings. This certain project, located in a leafy corner in Brooks Green, London, is no exception. The style corresponds to the owners’; vision of a bright, specious and modern residence. This vision was accomplished mainly by the added volume at the rear of the property. The Victorian front volume of the residence was retained and a whole new volume was created at the rear, as a natural continuation of the geometry of the residence. These new volumes generate a smooth but fascinating contrast to the existing red brick facades. The double height glass volume is the most surprising addition and it creates a soft transition in between the indoors and the rear garden. The dark grey volume makes a neutral liaison amongst brick and glass, naturally connecting the spaces amongst them. The result is an totally livable, comfortable and certainly fashionable home.
The gracious double-height void connects the kitchen and dining area on the ground floor to the rest of the public spaces of the property, be they indoors or outdoors.
The dining table is positioned centrally in the glass void. 3 custom produced lamps climb down from the glass facade on rigid metal bars to illuminate it. This variety of lamps, inspired from ancient street lighting, is repeated in a variety of other areas throughout the added volume.
There is far more than 1 staircase in the homes, nevertheless all spaces are linked by a organic circulation flow. This specific staircase hyperlinks the dining area to the living space upstairs, beneath the double glass h7
The living area space is completely open and flooded by light. It overlooks the dining location downstairs over glass balustrades. The interior style is vibrant and colorful, and different rugs are used as space limits. The fabric upholstered sofas are sleek but cozy looking at the identical time.
Glass is the star material in the public location of the home. It creates folding doors, walls and balustrades that connect the spaces amongst them rather than separating them.
The glass operate is a perform of art and technology in itself, giving the property a entirely unexpected and fashionable look.
