Set within the Carlton Square Conservation Area in East London, this two-storey end of terrace period property suffered from a lack of natural light, low ceiling heights and a disconnection to the garden at the rear. The clients preference for an industrial aesthetic along with an assortment of antique fixtures and fittings acquired over many years were an integral factor whilst forming the brief. Steel windows and polished concrete feature heavily, allowing the enlarged living area to be visually connected to the garden with internal floor finishes continuing externally. Floor to ceiling glazing combined with large skylights help define areas for cooking, eating and reading whilst maintaining a flexible open plan space. This simple yet detailed project located within a prominent Conservation Area required a considered design approach, with a reduced palette of materials carefully selected in response to the existing building and it’s context. Photographer: Simon Maxwell

Lyndon Douglas
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary kitchen/diner in London with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, stone slab splashback and an island.

This is an example of a medium sized contemporary conservatory in Manchester with a glass ceiling and grey floors.

This image captures the seamless flow between a modern rear extension and a private garden in a London terraced home. Framed by crisp white walls and slimline sliding doors, the kitchen-diner beyond is a study in minimalist elegance. The natural stone terrace gently steps down to the garden, encouraging al fresco dining and outdoor relaxation. Potted plants add seasonal colour, softening the linearity of the architecture. Single storey rear extension in Surbiton, with flat roof and white pebbles, an aluminium double glazed sliding door and side window. Photography by Chris Snook

Inspiration for a medium sized and brown traditional two floor rear house exterior in West Midlands with wood cladding, a mixed material roof and a pitched roof.

Daubeney Road is a typical London terraced Victorian house in Hackney. Our brief was to extend and refurbish the house to better accommodate a growing family’s needs. The design added a dormer loft, bathroom pod loft and a side extension. Our main focus was on remodelling the kitchen to be the social heart of the house and allow for large gatherings in a relaxed environment.

Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary patio in Manchester.

Tim Crocker
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary brick and rear extension in London with a flat roof and three floors.

Photographer: Will Pryce
Medium sized contemporary house exterior in London with three floors and a flat roof.

Photo of a medium sized classic back patio in London with no cover.

This is an example of a medium sized contemporary kitchen/diner in Other with a belfast sink, granite worktops, an island and white floors.

A contemporary rear extension and renovation to revitalise the living accommodation of a mid-terraced Victorian dwelling within the Calabria Road Conservation Area. This handsome house in Highbury suffered from its traditionally enclosed layout. The works extended and opened the house to the rear, creating a light, expansive kitchen / dining area with direct connection to the newly upgraded garden.

This is an example of a medium sized contemporary back patio in Perth with concrete slabs and a roof extension.

Jack Lovel
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary balcony in Melbourne with a roof extension.

A simple lean-to glazed frontage transforms the back of this house dramatically. By creating a open plan kitchen dining room with utility area off to the side and extending out just a small way, we bring the light into the now larger room, achieving a WOW factor to the back of this 1970's house. Photos by Amy Hooton

Design ideas for a medium sized rustic enclosed living room in London with light hardwood flooring.

In collaboration with Merrett Houmøller Architects
Design ideas for a medium sized and black contemporary terraced house in London with wood cladding, three floors and a pitched roof.

This is an example of a medium sized contemporary galley enclosed kitchen in London with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel worktops, brown splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic flooring and an island.

Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary two floor brick and rear extension in Manchester with a hip roof.