dickens rise.

Triangular roof window, triangular clerestorey window, zinc cladding, rear extension, wide sliding doors, open plan, rear extension, enfield, allen architects, london

Rear extension, kitchen, modern, breakfast bar, allen architects, london

Triangular roof window, recessed rooflight LED, triangular clerestorey window, zinc cladding, rear extension, wide sliding doors, open plan, rear extension, enfield, allen architects, london, chevron timber boards

This playful rear extension to a semi-detached property in Enfield, was developed through the exploration of design ideas in physical, cardboard model form.

Physical models allow for quick and messy prototypes and are invaluable in the generation of more complex or unusual geometries. Working with out clients, the design development here led us to this twist on a traditional mono pitch/lean-to extension with the introduction of what were fondly referred to as ‘cat’s ears rooflights’.

Daylight and the contrast of shadows formed through the ‘cut outs’ accentuate the volume of the space and make for a dramatic interior serving the open-plan kitchen, dining and living areas.

Credits:

RIBA 0 – 6 – Allen Architects Ltd

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