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Corrugated House: Transforming London’s Victorian Town-House

Modern kitchen with island, teal cabinets, and skylight.

Discover the Corrugated House in Leyton, London, a stunning creation by Mike Tuck Studio. This four-bedroom Victorian terrace underwent extensive remodeling to meet the needs of a modern family, featuring a spacious kitchen/dining area, bespoke interior design, innovative materials, and a garden transformation.

Set in the UK in 2021, this house is an architectural testament to blending tradition with contemporary flair.

The Maker’s House: Loader Monteith’s Victorian Revival in Glasgow

The Maker’s House: Loader Monteith’s Victorian Revival in Glasgow

In Glasgow’s Lenzie Conservation Area, Loader Monteith has masterfully transformed a Victorian merchant’s house. Named The Maker’s House, this traditional-style property boasts a modern black timber-clad extension, complete with a dedicated pottery studio. Blending the old with the new, the house showcases an artful balance between Victorian charm and modern living, all while prioritizing sustainability and the future needs of its inhabitants.

Glimmer House: Merging Victorian and Nautical Aesthetics in Toronto

Glimmer House: Merging Victorian and Nautical Aesthetics in Toronto

Introducing the Glimmer House, an innovatively redesigned residence by Kilogram Studio located in the heart of Toronto, Canada. Serving a modern family, this home accommodates a couple, their large dog, and frequent long-term guests in a seamlessly adaptable space.

Drawing inspiration from Toronto’s signature Victorian red brick houses, the property showcases a red-clad rear addition with a unique right triangle roof. Within the house, you will find echoes of the couple’s love for sailing and hints of submersion, as depicted in the deep window and skylight cavities filled with indirect light, glossy cabinetry reflecting brick and stucco views, and the sensory calm of the dark bathing area.

Welcome to a residence that fuses Toronto’s architectural heritage with a fluid, marine-inspired design.

Buchanan Street Residence: A Historic Victorian Home Reimagined

Buchanan Street Residence: A Historic Victorian Home Reimagined

Experience the rejuvenation of history with the Buchanan Street Residence in San Francisco, California. Masterfully redesigned by Richard Beard Architects in 2022, this storied Victorian era property has been meticulously transformed to cater to the dynamics of a large family while paying homage to its heritage.

The resplendent exterior, painted in a contrasting two-tone palette, effortlessly harmonizes with the minimalist, contemporary interiors, designed to elevate spatial aesthetics and enhance natural light. The absence of traditional Victorian elements in the interior marks a deliberate, artful contrast, creating a unique confluence of history and modernity.

An Urban Villa in West Dulwich: Victorian Revival Done Right

An Urban Villa in West Dulwich: Victorian Revival Done Right

Discover the stunning transformation of a semi-detached Victorian villa in West Dulwich, London. Francesco Pierazzi Architects breathes new life into a once-neglected home, blending functional design with poetic elements. The An Urban Villa in West Dulwich project showcases an innovative use of materials and an impressive extension designed without Planning Permission, all while preserving the rich history of the building.