When a kitchen is more than a kitchen.
Single storey rear extension and internal remodelling to provide a gym and an open-plan space linking kitchen, dining and lounge.
Replacing a conservatory, discover the transformation achieved through the addition of a contemporary rear extension. The outdoor landscape has been elevated with hard landscaping at the rear, showcasing a generous deck/ patio, incorporating a hot tub, that connects the glazed extension and gym area.
Here, the owners were bold, opting to locate the kitchen in the dwelling’s prime location – next to the garden, and dominating the extension.
Two kitchen islands (on ‘working’, the other ‘social’), and a strong spatial connection to the dining room, lounge and gym, make this the centre of the house and any social gathering.
At the start of the project, the clients were considering a separate structure for the gym. However, it became clear that an integrated arrangement would facilitate its regular use and testifies the significance of exercise to the family.
The clean lines, pure surfaces, and wrapping geometry of the finished article give credence to our catch-phrase ‘strength through simplicity’.
‘Before’ shot of the rear of the house and the conservatory that is to be removed
‘Before' shot of the existing kitchen as a dark space with minimal views
‘Before' shot of the existing dining room with a view across the conservatory
“We were looking to remodel and extend our house in Lichfield. I’ve always loved bold, modern, minimalistic architecture and design so it was important to find the right architect to work with.”
“We met with five Midlands based architects specialising in modern design but as soon we met with Volker from Studio Gotz we knew we had found our guy.
“Volker was amazing to work with. He took the visions and concepts we had for the project and delivered exceptional designs that gave us exactly what we were looking for and exceeded expectations.
“Volker introduced us to one of the construction companies he regularly works with to do the build. It was a fairly complex project involving steel framework and a lot of glass so it needed a team that could handle the project and the builders Volker introduced us to were the best we’ve ever worked with.
“At every step of the journey, from planning to the finished build, Volker and his team worked alongside us to ensure everything went smoothly and was completed to a high standard.
“The finished project is simply breathtaking. It has transformed our house and living space and is a pleasure to be in every day.
“We would highly recommend Volker and Studio Gotz. In my opinion, they are the best architects in the Midlands area for bold, modern residential design.”
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