Changing the linear, cellular nature of the existing house involved a radical rethink to the spatial organisation. The house was taken back to a bare brick skin. An extension to the front facade served to allow a new entrance in the middle of the plan, enabling the formation of a largely open plan ground floor. The dining table is positioned at the heart of the space with associated functions for living, such as the kitchen, ordered around. The new basement has a generous volume with full height glazing opening onto a new courtyard lightwell. The construction process was challenging at times and the finished result is testament to Pauline’s tenacity, skill and care.
