The Hops House extension by architect Alex Jackson adds a new kitchen, dining area and living space to the ground floor of a converted brewery house in Sussex. The addition sits along the garden edge with a simple pitched roof that continues the line of the original structure. The exterior uses brickwork that matches the existing building, and full-width sliding glass doors open directly to the garden to increase daylight and create a clear connection to the outdoor space. The internal plan removes former partitions to form a single open volume supported by a straightforward structural frame.
The reworked layout improves circulation by placing utility and storage zones to the side of the new main space. The roof structure is left visible internally, and the glazing spans the entire elevation to extend views across the site. The extension maintains the house’s original scale while providing a larger and more functional family living area.
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What's Driving This Trend
- Garden-integrated Living Spaces
- Incorporating living spaces that seamlessly blend with gardens offers homeowners a way to enjoy nature while being indoors.
- Open-plan Home Designs
- Eliminating internal partitions to create open floor plans enhances functionality and fosters a sense of spaciousness.
- Sustainable Architectural Continuity
- Using materials that match existing structures preserves the architectural integrity while promoting sustainable home extensions.
Who This Affects Most
- Residential Architecture
- Innovations in residential architecture focus on creating harmony between indoor and outdoor spaces for enhanced living experiences.
- Home Renovation
- Home renovation industry trends prioritize open-plan layouts and continuity of materials for modernizing historical properties.
- Sustainable Construction
- The sustainable construction industry benefits from methods that integrate aesthetic continuity and functional improvements in home extensions.
