Design Buy Build Issue 35 2018 | Page 62

Hill Road A stunning modern 3-storey home was created by replacing an existing 1950s bungalow and re-positioning the building to maximise views over the surrounding Essex countryside. The design is a modern take on open- plan living, providing flow and privacy for a multi-generational home. The main entrance is angled, creating space for a central feature staircase housed within a render wrap/slate facade. The split-slate cladding provides a textured feature to the entrance and relates to the dark grey slate roof of the property, tying the colour palette together. The front of the house is flooded with natural light from the glazed curtain walling to make a dramatic entrance to the property. When designing a residential space, the type and size of windows and doors is important, as they set the tone for the whole project. 62