Galley House - Semi Rural Hertfordhire

DESIGN for a NEW HOUSE in a semi-rural setting north of London: Set on an existing long narrow plot within a ribbon development of large inter-war houses, the form of this substantial 4 storey family home responds to Planning and site constraints to maximise the interior volume. The period style of neighbouring property is re-interpreted to produce a modern light filled home relevant to today's family with strong connections to the garden and rural views to front and rear. A rich variety of spaces are envisaged including: - a double height living space overlooking the garden with clerestory windows designed to promote passive solar principles. - a family living/ dining kitchen with two walls of glass opening onto the garden. - a lofty studio space and roof terrace at mezzanine level. - principal bedroom suite formed within its own distinct volume. - a galleried staircase, steps back and opens up to a top lit atrium space above. - flexible basement living spaces set around a courtyard enclosed by retaining walls that form primary foundations.