Paul Archer Design
The section is reorganised vertically, creating an inverted arrangement between entrance and garden.
The lower level is introduced into the former garage, forming two bedrooms, a bathroom, and utility space. Existing garage openings are replaced with new windows, bringing light into the lower rooms.
Above, the main living level is extended into the garden with a new kitchen and dining space under a sedum roof and large rooflight.
The garden is cut back to the house, establishing a direct relationship between internal levels and external ground.
A secondary external stair links the garden directly to the lower level.
A combined garden table and lightwell provides daylight and escape to the bedroom below while sitting within the external landscape.
A long, low garden structure defines the edge of the roof and prevents access, removing the need for guarding while maintaining privacy.