Clementine's Loft
This project involves the sensitive addition of a master suite within the loft of a Victorian terrace. The challenge was to create a sense of expansive, high-end luxury while navigating the restricted heights and sloping angles of the original roof. By carving out a new dormer and optimizing the internal floor plan, we transformed an underused attic into a light-filled sanctuary that feels completely removed from the bustle of the house below.
The interior is designed as a sequence of calm, interconnected spaces that prioritise relaxation and natural light. Large-format windows stretch across the width of the room, framing panoramic views of the surrounding treetops. A wide opening connects the bedroom to a dedicated bathing area. Here, a monolithic bathtub sits directly under twin skylights inviting views of the night sky. The white-washed timber floorboards and matching wall paneling create a seamless, tactile environment that feels both warm and contemporary.
From the street, the extension is designed to be a sharp, contemporary intervention that respects its historic context.The exterior is clad in a dark, vertically-seamed zinc. This choice of material contrasts the traditional London stock brick and slate tiles, giving the house a modern silhouette.
By carefully calculating the dormer’s position, we maximised internal standing room and daylight without overwhelming the original scale of the terrace, providing an optimised solution for a common urban site constraint.