Belgravia House
This extension and refurbishment of a Grade I listed Victorian house in Belgravia, Westminster, reinterprets classical proportions and heritage materials.
The architectural design draws inspiration from the immediate surrounding context, reflecting the elegance of traditional stucco and Portland stone that defines the Belgravia streetscape.
In the exterior landscaping, carefully laid granite setts directly reference the charming, historic cobbled streets adjacent to the property.
The architectural design draws inspiration from the immediate surrounding context, reflecting the elegance of traditional stucco and Portland stone that defines the Belgravia streetscape.
Stone Facades
A new facade is composed of massive materials that convey weight and permanence. Deep recesses feature book-matched slabs, with honed and sandblasted finishes creating a variety of tactile surfaces. Materials include terrazzo with slate chips and Italian Ceppo di Gres.In the exterior landscaping, carefully laid granite setts directly reference the charming, historic cobbled streets adjacent to the property.
Sustainability
This comprehensive deep retrofit aims to meet the Passivhaus EnerPHit standard, a challenging energy efficiency target for historic refurbishments. To achieve this, the specification includes high-performance replacement triple-glazed sash windows that respect the property’s Grade I listed status.moreThe home will also feature a continuous airtight layer, breathable natural wood fibre internal insulation, and a Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery (MVHR) system to ensure exceptional indoor air quality and thermal comfort. Two electric car charging points are also integrated into the proposed design.
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Project Information
Project Architect:Amrit Marway, Ben Ridley
Location:
Belgravia, Westminster SW1
