A Glass Enclosed Extension Brings New Light Into This Home

December 15, 2021
Bureau de Change Architects has completed a modern rear extension and the refurbishment of a Victorian terraced house in South London, England.

Bureau de Change Architects has completed a modern rear extension and the remodel of a Victorian terraced house in London, England.

Bureau de Change Architects has completed a modern rear extension and the refurbishment of a Victorian terraced house in South London, England.

The rear extension has steel-frame construction, similar to that of a museum case, with thick black frames that surround glass volumes.

This modern rear extension has steel-frame construction, similar to that of a museum case, with thick black frames that surround glass volumes.
A modern house extension with thick black steel window frames.

Katerina Dionysopoulou, Co-Founder of Bureau de Change explains: ‘These distinctly cubist glass volumes are articulated through their bold steel-frame construction, expressing each edge in a manner that creates shifting patterns of light and space, and a paradoxical sense of both levity and solidity as the volumes bear the weight of the original house.’

A modern house extension with thick black steel window frames.
A modern house extension with thick black steel window frames.
A modern house extension with thick black steel window frames.

The extension houses a new living room, dining area, and kitchen, with all spaces featuring Terrazzo floor surfaces in subtly different shades, identifying distinct areas for different activities, and flowing through to the garden.

A modern house extension with Terrazzo flooring and thick black steel window frames.

The flooring isn’t the only thing that separates the spaces, as steps also do the same thing too.

A modern house extension with Terrazzo flooring and thick black steel window frames.
A modern dining area where the steps act as a bench for the dining table.

In the kitchen, a rounded island with white countertops adds a softness to the space.

A modern kitchen with tan cabinets, white countertops, and a terrazzo accent.
A modern kitchen with tan cabinets, white countertops, and a terrazzo accent.
A modern kitchen with white countertops and a white backsplash.

The stairs, which feature bold dark walls and a bespoke terrazzo handrail, links spaces throughout the house.

A dark and dramatic staircase with a custom-designed handrail that includes a Terrazzo accent.
A dark and dramatic staircase with a custom-designed handrail that includes a Terrazzo accent.
A custom-designed handrail with a Terrazzo accent.

A new main suite was created as part of the refurbishment, with built-in closets, and an en-suite bathroom.

A modern bedroom with built-in closets that math the walls.
A modern bathroom with Terrazzo and gold accents, and a blue sink.

In another bathroom, Terrazzo makes another appearance on the floor and wall, providing a backdrop for the floating white basin.

A modern bathroom with Terrazzo and gold accents.
Photography: Gilbert McCarragher | Architect and Interiors: Bureau de Change | Engineer: Symmetrys | M&E: MWL | Contractor: Argyll London | Landscape: Tulip Landscapes