Heath House

A key aspect of the project was the strategic allocation of budget across the brief. The result demonstrates how thoughtful design can deliver both quality and value. A consistent level of internal finish ensures the extended ground floor reads as an integral part of the home rather than an addition. A new sustainably sourced Oak staircase connects all levels, reinforcing continuity.

Within the open-plan arrangement, carefully considered level changes and glazing subtly define zones for living, dining and cooking. A structurally glazed link introduces daylight deep into the plan, while an elevated glazed lantern defines the informal living space below, enhancing both spatial clarity and liveability.

The brief was to refurbish the internal spaces and introduce a striking rear extension that enhances the relationship with the garden, all while maintaining strict cost parameters.

Located within the Blackheath Park Conservation Area, the rear extension is defined by cantilevered roof planes that appear to float above a glazed façade, creating a sense of lightness and tension. These planes extend beyond the envelope to provide shelter and opportunities for outdoor occupation, while blurring the threshold between interior and exterior.