Number 2

A two storey side extension transforming a mid century end of terrace to create generous family spaces. The form of the extension replicates the strong horizontal banding of the original terrace punctuated with solid brickwork gables but with more contemporary cladding . Large picture windows in the gable end take advantage of the views over the adjacent park unique to this property.

The site of this typical mid century end of terrace provided a unique opportunity to transform this home into something special and take advantage of the proximity and views into the adjacent park. A steep plot meant there was no relationship to the garden and the solid gable meant the location was not exploited.

Rather than extend into the loft or to the rear, a small two storey side extension was introduced.The extension is set well back from the front facade preserving the strong character of the original terrace. The rhythm of the horizontal banding of the windows and cladding and the vertical brickwork gables are continued but a cost e!ective profiled cement panel was used to striking e!ect in the new addition.

The extension only reveals itself along the street when you are almost upon it but large picture windows punctuate the gable end to allow views over the park from inside and soften the approach from the park.

Internally the 1.8m wide extension dramatically changes the space freeing up the plan and allowing generous family spaces which were previously lacking.