Study to add three apartments to a courtyarded postwar estate of retirement and sheltered accommodation, built as alms-style cottages and larger blocks with external walkways.
A careful, strategic approach was needed to minimise disruption to the residents, who—despite the need for more flats—valued the quietness of the estate.
The new units were designed to comply with London Housing Design Guide standards, and high energy efficiency targets.
The existing buildings were loaded with sociable details, such as places to sit in the sun, rose gardens, and cottage-style environments, and our architecture aimed to reflect these thoughtful conditions.