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This Historic London Home Gets an Extension that Celebrates Brick!

A glass extension that gives an aging and classic structure newfound space and aesthetics is all too common in cities across the world; from Melbourne and London to Monaco and Mumbai. But this classic London home takes an entirely different route with a brick extension that effortlessly and aesthetically blends in with the heritage structure. The terraced-house extension dubbed Step House in London was designed by Bureau de Change Architects gives the old residence a brand new interior where the smart kitchen now sits at the front of the house while the social area and dining sits at the rear. It is an infusion of space and style that is organic and captivating!

New extension blends into the existing brick home seamlessly

The sequenced brick wall extension in the rear feels like a part of the original structure and does so without trying too hard. Spaces transition from light to dark inside with rough concrete floor leading to smoother surfaces as one moves from one room to another. Inside the home minimalism takes over with brick walls and neutral hues holding sway. Glass and wooden partitions throughout the house help filter in sunlight and a new floor plan transform the once closed house into an inviting and cheerful vibe. [From: Ben Blossom]

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Kitchen fixtures add metallic glint to the polished interior
Kitchen sits at the front of house after smart refurbishment
Modern brick extension to the classic London home blends into its historic form
Sliding glass wall partition inside the house
Smart staggered brick extension also brings in ample ventilation to the heritage home
Staggered brick extension viewed from the interior

Working closely with the structural engineers, an entirely column-free space has been created in the extension, using laser-cut, double-direction stepped beams to support the first floor. The structure of the addition is integrated into the design from the start – working hand-in-hand to create the appearance of a first floor that is sunken into the extension. The brick left exposed inside and out, is celebrated in a way that respects the existing house…

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Step-styled brick wall extension of the London Residence
Wooden slats bring natural light into the extension
Concrete kitchen island for the sophisticated modern space
Gorgeous brick extension of the London home blends modern with the classic
View of the Step House from above

Sherry Nothingam

Sherry is a blogger who loves to live her life to the fullest. She enjoys everything associated with design, décor and stylish modern trends. Born in California, Sherry has grown up on open ranches and in a wild setting, which has defined her taste for design and developed her interest in examining how structures and homes interact with the beauti[...]

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