Architect Visit: The Strange House in London - Remodelista
Getting a toehold in London isn’t easy, particularly for an architect looking to design his own family home. Photographs via Hugh Strange Architects. Hugh Strange preserved the weathered brick perimeter wall that once enclosed a pub. The brick enclosure screens out the street and creates a private wraparound terrace on two sides of the house. Vertical panels of spruce frame the windows and doors. The 807-square-foot interior is long and narrow with high ceilings and a bank of south-facing windows that make the open setup feel much larger than it is. Also consult the Remodelista book.) Living, cooking, and eating all take place in one central space. Sliding doors open onto the courtyard. In a corner off the kitchen, a single high window frames a view of a church. The floors are polished concrete with radiant heating, an energy-efficient choice. The house was completed in 2011 and an office addition, shown here, was recently finished. A cobblestone courtyard connects house and office. The new quarters of Hugh Strange Architects. Built-in bookcases are a signature in the office and house. The office puts white brick to use inside and out. And for inspiration, have a look at our Architect Visit posts and Gallery of Rooms and Spaces.