This rear extension was clad in black timber, adding a striking modern addition that contrasts against the period property, whilst complimenting the neighbouring black slate roofs and existing rhythm of openings.

Rachael Smith
This is an example of a small contemporary u-shaped kitchen/diner in London with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, metallic splashback, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances and an island.

Emmanuel Correia
This is an example of a small and gey contemporary bungalow house exterior in Dijon with metal cladding and a flat roof.

Gorgeously small rear extension to house artists den with pitched roof and bespoke hardwood industrial style window and french doors. Internally finished with natural stone flooring, painted brick walls, industrial style wash basin, desk, shelves and sash windows to kitchen area. Chris Snook

Jan Piotrowicz
Inspiration for a small contemporary bungalow house exterior in London with wood cladding.

Dave Morris
Photo of a small and beige contemporary bungalow house exterior in Edinburgh with wood cladding and a pitched roof.

Richard Chivers www.richard chivers photography A project in Chichester city centre to extend and improve the living and bedroom space of an end of terrace home in the conservation area. The attic conversion has been upgraded creating a master bedroom with ensuite bathroom. A new kitchen is housed inside the single storey extension, with zinc cladding and responsive skylights The brick and flint boundary wall has been sensitively restored and enhances the contemporary feel of the extension.

Blackened larch cladding references the industrial heritage of this former Miner's cottage. design storey architects
Inspiration for a small and brown country bungalow house exterior in Other with wood cladding and a flat roof.

Wall hung WCs and vanity basins make small bathroom neater and easier to clean. The natural pebble mosaic tiles and wooden mirror surround and storage shelves give it a calm feel. CLPM project manager tip - always consider access of cisterns and pipework etc for future maintenance when fitting a bathroom. It's also a good idea to keep a few spares of the tiles used in a safe place in case any get damaged and need replacing in the future.

La terraza abierta al patio de manzana.
Small mediterranean apartment balcony in Barcelona with a roof extension.

Small scandinavian home office in Nantes with white walls, a built-in desk and grey floors.

photos by Liisa
Small contemporary two floor house exterior in Sydney with wood cladding.

Photo of a small contemporary ensuite bathroom in Canberra - Queanbeyan with brown cabinets, a one-piece toilet, cement tiles, white walls, cement flooring, engineered stone worktops, blue floors, a wall niche, a single sink, a floating vanity unit, a vaulted ceiling and flat-panel cabinets.

a stylish roof deck looks across the rooftops of Windsor towards the city with funky furniture and the warmth provided by the timber-clad deep-reveal canopy over. image by superk.photo

Remodelled en-suite in Griffith, Canberra
Inspiration for a small contemporary ensuite bathroom in Canberra - Queanbeyan with white cabinets, a double shower, a one-piece toilet, white tiles, metro tiles, white walls, porcelain flooring, a vessel sink, marble worktops, grey floors, a hinged door and flat-panel cabinets.

We were commissioned by our clients to design a light and airy open-plan kitchen and dining space with plenty of natural light whilst also capturing the views of the fields at the rear of their property. We not only achieved that but also took our designs a step further to create a beautiful first-floor ensuite bathroom to the master bedroom which our clients love! Our initial brief was very clear and concise, with our clients having a good understanding of what they wanted to achieve – the removal of the existing conservatory to create an open and light-filled space that then connects on to what was originally a small and dark kitchen. The two-storey and single-storey rear extension with beautiful high ceilings, roof lights, and French doors with side lights on the rear, flood the interior spaces with natural light and allow for a beautiful, expansive feel whilst also affording stunning views over the fields. This new extension allows for an open-plan kitchen/dining space that feels airy and light whilst also maximising the views of the surrounding countryside. The only change during the concept design was the decision to work in collaboration with the client’s adjoining neighbour to design and build their extensions together allowing a new party wall to be created and the removal of wasted space between the two properties. This allowed them both to gain more room inside both properties and was essentially a win-win for both clients, with the original concept design being kept the same but on a larger footprint to include the new party wall. The different floor levels between the two properties with their extensions and building on the party wall line in the new wall was a definite challenge. It allowed us only a very small area to work to achieve both of the extensions and the foundations needed to be very deep due to the ground conditions, as advised by Building Control. We overcame this by working in collaboration with the structural engineer to design the foundations and the work of the project manager in managing the team and site efficiently. We love how large and light-filled the space feels inside, the stunning high ceilings, and the amazing views of the surrounding countryside on the rear of the property. The finishes inside and outside have blended seamlessly with the existing house whilst exposing some original features such as the stone walls, and the connection between the original cottage and the new extension has allowed the property to still retain its character. There are a number of special features to the design – the light airy high ceilings in the extension, the open plan kitchen and dining space, the connection to the original cottage whilst opening up the rear of the property into the extension via an existing doorway, the views of the beautiful countryside, the hidden nature of the extension allowing the cottage to retain its original character and the high-end materials which allows the new additions to blend in seamlessly. The property is situated within the AONB (Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty) and our designs were sympathetic to the Cotswold vernacular and character of the existing property, whilst maximising its views of the stunning surrounding countryside. The works have massively improved our client’s lifestyles and the way they use their home. The previous conservatory was originally used as a dining space however the temperatures inside made it unusable during hot and cold periods and also had the effect of making the kitchen very small and dark, with the existing stone walls blocking out natural light and only a small window to allow for light and ventilation. The original kitchen didn’t feel open, warm, or welcoming for our clients. The new extension allowed us to break through the existing external stone wall to create a beautiful open-plan kitchen and dining space which is both warm, cosy, and welcoming, but also filled with natural light and affords stunning views of the gardens and fields beyond the property. The space has had a huge impact on our client’s feelings towards their main living areas and created a real showcase entertainment space.

Small contemporary roof rooftop terrace in London with no cover.

Rosal CD Honed 400x800 used inside and outside.
This is an example of a small contemporary balcony in Sydney with a roof extension and feature lighting.

Inspiration for a small classic family bathroom in London with a freestanding bath, a corner shower, a two-piece toilet, white tiles, ceramic tiles, pink walls, ceramic flooring, a wall-mounted sink, white floors and a hinged door.