Peckham Rye

The extension to the rear and side of this semi-detached property in South London intends to increase the size and quality of the living areas of the family home.

A simple vernacluar form is extruded to form a continuous facade, wrapping around to create the extension structure. The tunnel-like building slots around the existing house, creating a courtyard space.

Tiles have been used for both the roof and wall facade, wrapping harmoniously to visually form one continuous element. To the rear, the external timber cladding folds down to create a decked space, blurring the boundary between the internal and external.

The timber continues in the courtyard between the kitchen window and the current living room, both physically and visually connecting the separated spaces. Glazing is utilised here to enable a clear line of sight to be maintained and framed from the front of the house to the garden.