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- Architects: Fraher Architects
- Location: Central London, London WC2N, UK
- Area: 140.0 sqm
- Project Year: 2015
- Photographs: Jack Hobhouse
- Contractor: Forma Ltd
- Structural Engineer: Constant Design Ltd
- Joinery: Fraher and Co
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From the architect. Lambeth Marsh House had been left unoccupied for over 10 years and is a two storey listed house situated within the Roupell Street Conservation area in central London. The conservation area designation was first developed by John Palmer Roupell in the 1820’s. Roupell, a gold refiner, lived with his family at 16 Meymott Street, which was at that time known as ‘Cross Street’. Roupell developed the land for artisan workers – in the form of modest, brick built, two storey terraced houses fronting conventional streets.
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Plan Proposed 1
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Our concept and challenge was to breathe new life into all floors whilst respecting the heritage of this listed building and restoring some of the lost historic detailing.
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The run down fabric of the existing building required extensive refurbishment with a sensitive approach. Restoring the panelled replaces, wood panelling to walls, architraves and skirting to their original condition celebrates the history of this building.
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The addition of a contemporary rear and side extension compliments these features and updates the building. A large open plan living space creates a new light airy space whilst a new glass roof extension feeds light into the plan of the building.
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Throughout the traditional settings modern furniture updates the traditional spaces. Many antique chairs were refurbished and re-upholstered and minimalist light fittings compliment the sympathetic interior. Materiality was very important to help produce a sensitive contemporary design, whilst assisting our conservationist approach.
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