ENVELOPED HOUSE BECKENHAM

The Brief

Our client was keen to modernise this rather dull detached post-war bungalow into a striking modern home, while increasing the floor area and making better use of the internal spaces. The existing property was over two stories, with the upper floor enclosed within a concrete pantile roof and linear upvc clad dormer. Planning concerns dictated that we retain the original roof pitch and height.

Working With Limited Headroom

To create the perception of height and space, we added a central double-height atrium, sightlines through to the garden, and a sunken living area.

Our approach reimagines the bungalow as a contemporary, refined structure, using high-quality modern materials and detailing. This allowed us to expand the upper floor while creating a more open and free-flowing ground floor. Externally, a sleek zinc roof and cladding complete the transformation, while expansive glazed sliding doors seamlessly connect the living space to the garden.