a home revived
location
type
size
budget
RIBA stages
Ruislip, London
refurbishment+extension
1200sqft
£110k
1-7
This project involved the full refurbishment of a tired and unloved 1930s end-of-terrace house, along with the addition of a bright, airy rear extension—bringing new life to a home that had seen better days.
A new rear extension floods the home with natural light where soft, organic materials establish a calm and welcoming kitchen and dining space.
A built-in bench seat maximises the footprint, while a glazed internal window between the hallway and extension enhances brightness and creates a gentle connection between old and new.
Storage was seamlessly integrated to feel generous yet unobtrusive. A full wall of tall cabinetry provides ample space while standing slightly apart from the main kitchen area.
In the hallway, the understairs cupboard and WC were concealed behind full-height panelling, forming a discreet, seamless wall that blends effortlessly into the interior.
Subtle layout adjustments improved the flow without requiring costly structural changes. The kitchen combines IKEA carcasses with bespoke CNC-cut doors, achieving a tailored, high-quality finish at a fraction of the cost.
The design establishes a considered visual link between the original house and the new extension. Original features such as the parquet flooring and 1930s doors were carefully restored, while the extension introduces a contemporary material palette that gives the new spaces their own distinct identity.
These thoughtful, modest interventions have given the home a crafted character while remaining firmly within budget.
existing ground floor plan
proposed ground floor plan
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