Overview
Local studio Fieldwork undertook the transformation of a previously dilapidated two-storey structure located in west London. The project aimed to convert this run-down building into a combined residential and casting studio space. This architectural intervention resulted in an increased internal floor area and aimed to impart a specific aesthetic quality to the building.
Approach
Fieldwork's approach involved several distinct architectural modifications to the existing two-storey building. Key elements of the transformation included:
- **Stripping Back:** The original building was stripped back as part of the renovation process.
- **Expansion:** The structure underwent an expansion to augment its usable space.
- **Mansard Roof Addition:** A mansard roof was incorporated into the building's design.
- **Double-Height Side Infill Extension:** A double-height extension was added to the side of the structure.
These modifications collectively contributed to an increase in the building's internal floor area by more than 60 percent.
Findings
The completed project yielded a multi-functional space serving as both a home and a casting studio. The design is characterized by its described 'sense of drama and atmosphere.'