back of Victorian houses -increase LIGHT!
The front facade sits right on the sidewalk of a street so we were confronted with the age-old urban challenge of maximizing light and views for the occupants while maintaining privacy. “We studied dozens of different glass samples for the front windows and found a glass with the perfect amount of reflectivity on the exterior. You can only see into the space from the outside if you put your face to the window, but the light pours in beautifully and the views are perfectly clear from the inside looking out.
fresh air circulates throughout. A discreet, central Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery system (MVHR) cleanses airborne particulates (such as pollen) and controls humidity, helping to relieve asthma. Carefully selected passive materials such as lime plaster help to soak up harmful gasses, control humidity and minimise mould. Ecospheric have exceeded the Passivhaus Institute’s requirements by aiming for a petrochemical free building fabric, focusing on natural, breathable materials that avoid harmful off-gassing
Graphene infused lime paint by Graphenstone has been used throughout the property. This natural, non-toxic paint is made flexible and super strong with the addition of Graphene, making it extremely durable and crack resistant. Lime based paints are superior to other types of paint as they are breathable and act as natural air filters absorbing CO2
Featuring Nobel prize winning super material graphene and a host of world first technologies, these 125 year old properties outperform 99.9% of new builds - a true showcase of the potential in our heritage buildings.Newly renovated by eco consultants Ecospheric, the exemplar homes are designed to remain comfortable and warm year round without a central heating system whilst maintaining superb air quality that alleviates allergies and battles bacteria.
AFTER - Boston ROW house
BEFORE - Boston ROW house
The floor is GLASS so that light can go through to the basement. The stairs to the basement are on the right, under the kitchen.
Stairs from basement up to kitchen. The glass floor of the kitchen is the glass ceiling of the basement.
VIEW of the basement & the kitchen (on the main floor) from the stairs. The glass ceiling of the basement is the floor of the kitchen.
Stairs from basement up to kitchen. The glass ceiling of the basement is the floor of the kitchen.
stairs from the basement up to the kitchen. The glass ceiling forms the floor of the kitchen.
There was no basement. They dug a new basement under the whole of the existing ground floor. They wanted a basement floor which would not feel claustrophobic and dark but rather would be flooded with natural light. They dug an area in front of the new basement to create a lightwell and a patio area. The basement has a full GLASS façade. It is flooded with natural light.
There was no basement. They dug a new basement under the whole of the existing ground floor. They wanted a basement floor which would not feel claustrophobic and dark but rather would be flooded with natural light. They dug an area in front of the new basement to create a lightwell and a patio area. The basement has a full GLASS façade. It is flooded with natural light.
There was no basement. They dug a new basement under the whole of the existing ground floor. They wanted a basement floor which would not feel claustrophobic and dark but rather would be flooded with natural light. They dug an area in front of the new basement to create a lightwell and a patio area. The basement has a full GLASS façade. It is flooded with natural light.
before
glass interior door???
Remodelling of a London townhouse, with an extension of the lower ground floor to create a dining and kitchen area and a glazed gap. The kitchen is so lit up. They can now see the sun at every hour of the day. The extension of the lower ground floor into the side alley made a generous kitchen and dining space, to bring more light in and create a connection to the garden. The kitchen is placed in the newly annexed side alley.
Remodelling of a London townhouse, with an extension of the lower ground floor to create a dining and kitchen area and a glazed gap. The kitchen is so lit up. They can now see the sun at every hour of the day. The extension of the lower ground floor into the side alley made a generous kitchen and dining space, to bring more light in and create a connection to the garden. The kitchen is placed in the newly annexed side alley.
Remodelling of a London townhouse, with an extension of the lower ground floor to create a dining and kitchen area and a glazed gap. The kitchen is so lit up. They can now see the sun at every hour of the day. The extension of the lower ground floor into the side alley made a generous kitchen and dining space, to bring more light in and create a connection to the garden. The kitchen is placed in the newly annexed side alley.
Remodelling of a London townhouse, with an extension of the lower ground floor to create a dining and kitchen area and a glazed gap. The kitchen is so lit up. They can now see the sun at every hour of the day. The extension of the lower ground floor into the side alley made a generous kitchen and dining space, to bring more light in and create a connection to the garden. The kitchen is placed in the newly annexed side alley.
Remodelling of a London townhouse, with an extension of the lower ground floor to create a dining and kitchen area and a glazed gap. The kitchen is so lit up. They can now see the sun at every hour of the day. The extension of the lower ground floor into the side alley made a generous kitchen and dining space, to bring more light in and create a connection to the garden. The kitchen is placed in the newly annexed side alley.
before
before
Before & after - WOW!!!
the whole back wall of this house is GLASS!
glass ceiling & glass back door
glass ceiling above kitchen
house in South London in need of natural light and a connection to the garden. The new glass roof and glass facade create an indoor jungle in the new kitchen and dining area.
house in South London in need of natural light and a connection to the garden. The new glass roof and glass facade create an indoor jungle in the new kitchen and dining area.
A glass wall along the rear of the house provides a clear view of the backyard. Sitting inside this room makes you feel like you’re in the garden.
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