GROSVENOR TERRACE

How can a family home respond sensitively to a historic conservation area and achieve meaningful garden space in a constrained site?

Responding to the heritage character of the Grosvenor Park Conservation Area in Southwark, this 3-bedroom coach house style residence provides a comfortable, design-led family home. Positioned as one of only three entry points to the Grosvenor Park Conservation Area, the site acts as a gateway, and the design carefully considers this context.

Drawing on the  the singularity of its partner ‘gateway’ building opposite, while acknowledging the backland character of the former townhouse garden, the house is arranged to provide breathing space, visually separating the new building from its neighbour.

Ample natural light, ventilation, and green pockets are threaded throughout the home, enhancing comfort and enjoyment. The ground floor is nestled behind the existing historic brick wall, with the upper floors rising in a clean, minimal manner. The curved wall at street level softens the corner and reinforces the gateway condition, while subtle brick detailing allows the upper levels to sit harmoniously with their historic backdrop.

“The reference to the established rhythm, design & pattern of the existing historic terrace is successfully achieved in a contemporary idiom [...] The proposed roof would provide a point of visual interest for this prominent corner location at the entrance to the conservation area. [The proposed dwelling has a] comfortable & positive relationship to its surroundings.” Southwark Council

“What a brilliant use of an awkward plot of land [...] well designed & will enhance the area.”