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Ataraxia House

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This project consists of a complete basement extension under an existing Victorian terraced house. In addition to that we have also added a side-infill extension and remodelled the historical first floor rear extension. As a result of that we have added three bedrooms, three bathrooms, a utility room, extra living space and turned two dysfunctional box-rooms into another well-proportioned bedroom. In total the house now features six double-bedrooms.

The site sits in a Conservation Area and it was only later that we have learned that this project is apparently one of a kind in the neighbourhood having gained Planning Permission for the scope described without any issues.

The basement layout has been achieved by ‘carving’ three light-wells into the ground. These provide natural light, a decent outlook but also natural ventilation to both, the bedrooms but also the bathrooms.

The side infill extension is fully glazed and sits above walk-on glass. This assists to gain additional daylight to the level below. Unwanted solar gain has been constraint with the introduction of a laser-cut steel brise -soleil structure. The shading device was specifically designed for this project and contains a pattern that derived from one of the client’s heritage. The same steel pattern has also been used to span over a bridge that leads into the rear garden over one of the new light wells. This leafy pattern provides a wonderful animation throughout the day as the sun casts its shadows over surrounding surfaces.

The overall design language is otherwise very minimalistic and muted: Predominantly white, reflective and pale materials ensure that even the underground spaces offer a bright and airy feel. In order to ensure that the created rooms do not feel too sterile, different lively stones have been introduced in the shape of a feature wall in every bathroom and also to the kitchen island. These come as a bit of a surprise – a bit like the opening of a stone druse. The end result is a family home that is supposed to be fit for the next 150 years. The house is supposed to have the capacity to introduce tranquillity to our client’s demanding work life – hence the name.


Project Data:

Area added: 72sqm GIA

Clients: Dr Nirupam Talukder

Contractor: SUMMIT Group

Structural Engineer: Fluid Structures

Status: Completed 2019

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