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Worthing Side Extension Shape Architecture has designed this side infill extension in Worthing. The existing side infill was a poor quality external space and barely used. At the same time the kitchen suffered from being in a narrow space with a poor connection between the interior and the garden beyond. A side infill extension whilst[...]
London Basement Extension and whole house project. Our basement extension in Ellerby Street in Fulham remains a favourite project. The success of this project is in its integration of the basement extension with the ground floor and the garden. The flow between these spaces works very well. Equally important is the extensive use of[...]
As a part of our twentieth year blogs series we are about to look at a sector that has been important to our practice and that is basement extensions. London Basement Extensions We have worked on over thirty basement extensions in London of all types and size. From basement extensions to houses and also[...]
Garden Room Architects Shape Architecture is progressing a transformation of an interesting existing two storey garden structure in Hampstead. The structure has a number of issues in terms of a poor layout throughout and compromised headroom at the upper level. In addition there is insufficient natural light coming into the space. The form of the[...]
London Side Return Extension Our side infill extension in Fulham is nearing completion. Located in Elbe Street this side extension, loft conversion and roof terrace transforms a terraced house. The large roof terrace is particularly striking. The addition of the side extension has seen a large light filled kitchen dining space to be formed. [...]
Chiswick Architects Working as Architects in Chiswick we carry out residential projects of all types and size. We often find that a small extension can serve to transform a home and here we review one of our smaller Chiswick extensions that demonstrates this alongside a description of the design process. Chiswick Side Infill Extension [...]
Heat Pumps Shape Architecture brings its expertise in the sustainable upgrade of existing houses to all its projects. We can advise on simple and cost-effective measures. In addition, we have well established expertise in sustainable technology, from solar photovoltaics to heat pumps and solar thermal panels. How Does a Heat Pump Work? A heat[...]
Kensington Architects Working as architects in Kensington and Chelsea we have undertaken a broad range of residential projects both in type and size since we were established in 2006. A key project of ours is at Redesdale Street. Here we added a basement extension, side infill extension and redesigned the interior layout at the ground[...]
Kensington Architects Shape Architecture's latest mews project is about to start on site at Petersham Place in Kensington. Kensington Mews transformation We have gained planning permission for the co-opting of the existing integral garage into habitable space. The additional space this provides transforms the ground floor. Planning permission for this property, set within[...]
Kensington Architects Yesterday we reviewed our Kensington Mews project at Adam and Eve Mews. Today our project being reviewed is in Woodsford Square. Here we again added a roof terrace, alongside a glazed cube extension and balcony and full reworking of the interior creating en-suites and a walk-in-wardrobe. The property is transformed into an[...]
Kensington Architects Working as architects in Kensington and Chelsea we have undertaken a broad range of residential projects both in type and size since we were established in 2006. A key project of ours is at Adam and Eve Mews. Here we transformed a mews property with the addition of a basement extension and roof[...]
Kensington Architects Shape Architecture has been working as architects in Kensington and Chelsea since it was established as a chartered RIBA practice in 2006. 2026 marks our twentieth anniversary. Our founding Director Jason Wren, still leading the practice, has been active in the borough for thirty years. This level of experience benefits all our Clients.[...]
Green Roofs Over our twenty years in practice Shape Architecture has designed very many green roofs and some brown roofs too. Our green roofs are typically Sedum roofs. Laid as a blanket or in trays. We have installed sedum roofs to a variety of projects. Varying both in type and size. To side and rear[...]
Loft Conversion in Lewisham Shape Architecture has gained planning permission for a loft conversion in Lewisham. Our clients live in a top floor flat and needed more space. The loft conversion with dormer extension has added a further bedroom with en-suite. The additional space now means that our clients can stay in their home as[...]
Brighton Side Extension Shape Architecture has just submitted a planning application for a side infill extension in Brighton. As a practice we have a great deal of experience in this type of extension and recognise how a relatively small addition can help transform the space and much improve our client’s enjoyment of their home.[...]
Ealing Extension and Interior Remodelling Shape Architecture is progressing with an extension and remodelling project in Ealing. Whilst the house is large with many interesting features the layout of rooms is poor and cluttered. The connection between the interior and the garden beyond is almost non-existent. There is so much potential to create an interesting[...]
In our series of key projects that have informed our work over our twenty years of practice we will also look at design features common to our projects . Here we look at stair design. Stair Design Our projects feature a wide range of stairs. Creative and well detailed, often a feature of the[...]
West London Architects Working as West London Architects, Shape Architecture has a large and diverse portfolio of residential projects of all types and size throughout the boroughs of West London. Established as a chartered RIBA practice in 2006 our work is characterised by its use of glass and transparency. With a reputation for[...]
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