My Favourite Sun in London, England by Space Group Architects

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Space Group Architects have completed the refurbishment of a 200sqm/2000sqft penthouse located between Shoreditch, Spitalfields Market and the City of London. The duplex apartment already benefits from a large roof terrace and fantastic views. It was our task to enhance exactly these and to completely remodel the otherwise run down property.

View of the bathroom pod above the double-height space, Image Courtesy © space group architects

• Architects: Space Group Architects
• Project: My Favourite Sun
• Location: East London, England, UK

View of the atrium, Image Courtesy © space group architects

A dramatic new atrium plus a double height void enable a natural air and light flow throughout the entire day. By exposing the existing steel structure, the wooden joists, and the fair-faced brickwork hidden behind plasterboard walls, we have started recovering character. The space is then complimented by a riot of predominantly-natural materials: Bark, reclaimed wood, raw stone, mild steel, leather, concrete and slightly textured, glowing moss-green resin panels come in the shape of monolithic zone or room-defining volumes.

The view of the study towards Shoreditch, Image Courtesy © space group architects

The monolithic side elevation of the mild steel staircase, Image Courtesy © space group architects

The aim was to create a lively loft-type lower level that reflects the spirit of its neighbourhood whilst the upper level is supposed to be a retreat to relax, study and escape from the surrounding madness on the streets below.

A new staircase connects the two levels in the form of a raw steel block that appears solid from the side and see-through when seen head-on, thus orientating the outlook towards the terrace. Frameless glass balustrades also enable uninterrupted views of the city skyline.

Light filtering through and bouncing off the solid steel , Image Courtesy © space group architects

The kitchen breakfast bar, Image Courtesy © space group architects

The new kitchen consists of a breakfast bar made of naturally grey weathered, untreated wood which is combined with a polished concrete preparation island. Above the island, incandescent light bulbs dangle off an exposed copper service pipe which is offset against the black painted wooden joisted ceiling. A long stainless steel ‘slab’ contains all appliances including a variety of modern gadgets.

The guest bathroom, Image Courtesy © space group architects

The amazing view from the bath, Image Courtesy © space group architects

The new bathrooms provide individual, spa-like experiences: There is a steam room, a large walk-in shower with a ‘rain-maker’ and a bath with a thrilling view of London. An exciting material palette consisting of polished concrete, mild steel, acrylic stone and heavily textured slate refine the perception of having entered a ‘druse’.

The scheme also involved changes to the façade to enable natural ventilation, unobstructed views and privacy where required.

The steam room, Image Courtesy © space group architects

The ‘Moss Box’ – a glowing resin panel enclosure to form the walk-in wardrobe, Image Courtesy © space group architects

Tags: England, London

Category: Apartments

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