The back of this 1970’s 3 storey terrace in Bow overlooks the Hertford Union Canal and Victoria Park beyond.
This modest scheme opens up and reorganises the ground floor, adding a new oak and glass conservatory to create a living space that embraces the views of the canal. A compact kitchen and dining space occupy the conservatory with a large sliding door, and fixed panes either side, framing views out. The opaque roof glazing and oak rafters diffuse sunlight from above , providing a gentle, even top light to the space. The conservatory can be shut off, with oak panels that fold out from a purpose built cupboard to one side of the opening, providing privacy and a sense of enclosure to the living space behind.
Staus: Completed 2009
Client: Private
Cost: £55K