London design studio Westerdahl renovates the Folded House in Cambridge, which reorganized an extension and cladding. It is finished with green zinc panels that are fused with the surrounding greenery. The studio aims to connect the home with the large garden outside, which was previously blocked off by a utility space in the extension.
The former extension now has a living, kitchen, and dining space. Founder of the studio, Viktor Westerdahl tells Dezeen, "The core concept was a minimal intervention to increase living and entertaining space and to better connect it to the lovely mature garden outside. This reorganisation created a new, direct view from the entrance hallway out towards the garden through generous double patio doors."
Image Credit: Funto King
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Green Zinc Cladding Innovations
- Integration of green zinc panels with natural surroundings offers aesthetic and environmentally sustainable home renovation options.
- Minimal Intervention Renovations
- Design approaches that focus on minimal but impactful structural changes are reshaping how spaces connect with outdoor environments.
- Home and Garden Integration
- Enhanced visual and physical connections between home interiors and gardens are redefining residential living spaces.
Where This Applies
- Sustainable Construction Materials
- The use of eco-friendly building materials like green zinc panels is gaining momentum in the construction industry.
- Residential Architectural Design
- Architectural practices are evolving to prioritize seamless indoor-outdoor living experiences.
- Home Improvement and Renovation
- Home renovations that emphasize sustainability and space optimization are transforming the market landscape.
