Dating from mid c19, Rutland Gardens was
constructed as stables before its later conversion to
residential use. The interior was completely replanned in the
1960s, with a high quality geometric design completely at odds
with existing fabric. Our brief was to produce a period
replacement sympathetic to the external shell.
We identified two further criteria
central to the success of the scheme.
1. Introducing as much
natural, and in particular, direct sunlight. The building as
existing was primarily north facing with no south facing
windows. As such it felt cold and somewhat lifeless.
2. Maximising the feeling of space
in what is a very small property, through the linking of rooms
and the creation of long and changing views.
