Project schedule #11 House in Teddington

In 2021 Square One Architects was commissioned to do a complete refurbishment as well as a rear extension to a recently purchased property in Teddington. The house, a 3-bed terraced house was received in a state of neglect and was spatially arranged in a manner that did not fit in with the new owner’s lifestyle.

The existing kitchen was located on the first floor facing the street and on the ground floor, a conservatory was used as the sitting area. The latter, differed stylistically from the main building appearing very much as a separate addition that would also prove to be problematic for frequent use in the colder months.

As our initial point of action, we redesigned the rear ground floor with the intention of relocating the kitchen and adding as well space for dining and sitting. The new addition was designed to be part of the main building both visually and as means of circulation and use. The redesigned space allowed for a comfortable kitchen with an island facing outwards to the garden and the trees beyond through wide windows and large bi-fold glass doors. Both the dining and sitting area enjoy the same views of the garden and plentiful of light coming down through two large skylights in the centre of the room. This open plan arrangement, features not only bold colours and modern materials to match the client’s taste, but also transforms into a very pleasant and comfortable space, perfect for the frequent use it is intended for.

On the upper floor, the existing kitchen was turned into a secondary sitting room that also had a dedicated space for an office. At the rear of the house the existing rooms were turned into a large room that could be used as either a den or a guest bedroom. Similarly, alterations were made to the rooms on the second floor to enlarge the available space and make better use of it to install new storage spaces.

On the two upper floors, spacious bathrooms, one with both a bathtub and a shower, were designed. Using light materials and contrasting colours these spaces express modern details and brightness in areas of the house that do not have access to windows. Various niches offer extra storage and become statement details through contrasting arrangements of the different tiles selected.

The original 3-bed house was turned into a spacious 4-bed house focusing on comfort and spaces to be enjoyed by the clients retaining throughout a minimal yet clear expression of the client’s distinct taste.

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House in Teddington construction update

Our project for a ground floor redevelopment and rear extension to a 1960’s house in Teddington is progressing smoothly. Thanks to some well-placed alterations to the internal partitions and a thoughtfully designed rear extension, the space now exudes an incredible sense of vastness compared to its previous layout. The transformation is truly remarkable.

The journey with this client began in 2020 when they approached Square One Architects with a vision to extend the ground floor of their 4-bed terraced house in Teddington. Having been built in 1964, the property held a special charm that the client wished to preserve and enhance. We made sure to take this into account as our design unfolded.

One of the key elements of the project involved eliminating the non-original conservatory, constructed in the 1980’s, and replacing it with a solid extension that seamlessly integrated with the rest of the house. This new addition serves as a glorious sunroom, radiating warmth and providing a serene retreat for the homeowners. Moreover, the removal of internal walls and partitions allowed us to create an open plan kitchen/dining area, further enhancing the sense of spaciousness and flow.

In the pursuit of maximizing natural light, a keen desire of our client, our design embraced the abundant use of large, glazed surfaces and a generously proportioned skylight.

As the project continues to unfold, we will provide further updates on the progress made and the exciting new features that will soon grace this transformed home. Stay tuned for more!

Project schedule #3 Rear extension in Teddington

This project for a rear extension in Teddington dates to 2017. The clients, a family of four with two small children, approached us asking for a complete remodeling of the ground floor of their house that would include a side extension and a large rear extension. The idea was to integrate within the existing spaces and in the new extended spaces a guest WC, a utility room, a small home office and a large open space to include a generous kitchen a dining area and a sitting area. The presence of some large rear extensions in the properties nearby served as a precedent in terms of planning. It's always very important to look around your property and see what your neighbors have built in the past. The rule of thumb is that if planners gave approval for an extension recently that precedent should be used to support the new application.

The product is characterized by large glazed surfaces including several flat roof skylights, two sets of French doors and a large window in correspondence on the kitchen area. The client was adamant to avoid having large bi-folding doors to the back, they wanted their extension to feel unique and to integrate traditional elements in its design. It was agreed to use Crittall style steel windows reminiscent of the 1930`s design. It was also agreed to leave some steel beams exposed. In these cases, any structural element needs to be treated with specific intumescent paint in order to avoid any fire hazard. This type of details was agreed with building control before the beginning of construction.

We are extremely pleased with the result and the client provided a wonderful feedback. The simple lines of the new extension are in keeping with the relatively straightforward design of the rear of the existing 1930’s house.

Before and after images

Rear elevation

New photos of our project for a house extension in Teddington

Check out the new external photos of our project for a house extension in Teddington including the new external patio. Click here

We are really pleased with these Teddington house extension photos by Emanuelis Stasaitis.

He is always very good at getting the best shots out of our projects and I think these home extension photos prove the point.

This home extension in Teddington was designed between 2017 and 2018 for a young family of four with two children.

It was it was a great experience from our point of view because the clients proved to be informed and engaged from a design perspective at any stage.

The project involved the ground floor side and rear extension and complete remodeling of the floor plan.

The existing property was a typical 1930s semi-detached house with large garden at the rear. As it often happens the property had been extended in the past with a conservatory that used to be too hot in the summer and too cold in winter.

The initial client idea was to demolish the conservatory and carry out a rear extension however it soon became apparent that adding a side extension (to match the one in the neighboring property) would have provided a very useful amount of internal space for service rooms such as a guest WC a utility room and a small study.

The client had an interest into industrial architecture, and it was decided to keep one of the structural steel beams visible. In these cases, it is essential to use an intumescent paint for fire rating purposes. We agreed with the client to retain the beam that subdivides the dining area from the living space in order to create a feature.

The client also decided to supply Crittall style doors and windows that help define the character of the extension.

We have many home extension photos in our project page you can have a look by clicking here

You can also see the project schedule here.

Hopefully these photos will be able to inspire potential clients or provide some home extension ideas.

Our latest project in Teddington

You can take a look at our most recent project showcasing a side and rear extension in Teddington by clicking here. This extension not only enhances the existing home but also creates additional functional space for the homeowners.

The client initially approached Square One Architects in 2017 with a vision of expanding their 3-bed semi-detached house in Teddington. With a desire for both a side and rear extension, it was clear from the outset that removing an underutilized and dilapidated garage would be necessary. By eliminating this underused structure, an opportunity arose to create a generous 6-meter deep extension to the rear. Additionally, the ground floor was extended by approximately 2 meters to the side to incorporate a convenient utility room, study and guest WC. Retaining direct access to the rear garden was made possible by a narrow passageway created on the side of the property.
While the client had initially expressed an interest in extending the loft as well as the ground floor, a deliberate decision was made after careful consideration to postpone this segment of the project. However, in 2021, Square One Architects successfully completed the loft extension, bringing a project that initially commenced four years ago to its fulfilling culmination.