Cheriton Square House

• (brick)
• (microcement)
• (oak)

The rear extension is carefully detailed to sit comfortably within its context, drawing on the scale, proportions and material language of the existing building. Subtle shifts in brickwork, junctions and openings allow the new work to be read as contemporary, while remaining sympathetic to the original house. The result is an addition that feels both grounded and quietly distinct.

A timber-lined portal forms a clear threshold between old and new, creating a moment of compression before opening into the extension beyond. This element frames long sightlines through the house, strengthening visual connections from front to rear and allowing natural light to travel deep into the plan. It acts as both a spatial marker and a crafted transition.

The kitchen is defined by a restrained palette of calm, natural materials and finely detailed bespoke joinery. Soft timber tones, integrated storage and minimal detailing create a space that feels functional yet understated. Texture and proportion take precedence, allowing the room to feel quietly resolved and robust for everyday use.

The lounge retains the home’s more traditional architectural detailing, with cornicing and proportions carefully respected. A consistent tonal palette and considered joinery help tie this space back to the newer interventions, creating continuity across the house. The result is a calm, balanced room that feels both familiar and refreshed.

The bathroom continues the material language established elsewhere in the project, with a focus on simplicity, texture and restraint. Muted finishes, bespoke vanity joinery and integrated detailing create a serene, practical space. Light is used carefully to enhance surfaces and reinforce a sense of calm throughout.

Photography James Retief