London-based studio Carmody Groarke has really outdone itself with this 'house within a house' project. The architecture office is tasked to design a space that is "slotted into the brick shell of a Victorian warehouse in south London." Needless to say, the aesthetic is quite meta. The building reserves a raw and industrial aesthetic by way of materials — predominantly concrete.
The 'house within a house' project proved to be quite difficult to execute. For one, the original structure was not particularly "designed to carry this additional weight." Carmody Groarke focused on minimal obstruction and, as a result, the design of Lambeth is anything but busy. The new buildings were "wrapped in brickwork" and "finished internally with concrete" to achieve this effect.
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Why This Trend Is Growing
- House Within a House
- Creating architectural designs that incorporate smaller structures within existing buildings, opening up possibilities for unique living spaces and functional innovation.
- Raw and Industrial Aesthetic
- Designing spaces that embrace the use of concrete and other raw materials, allowing for a minimalist and industrial look and feel.
- Minimal Obstruction Design
- Developing architectural designs that prioritize open and unobstructed spaces, encouraging seamless integration between different structural elements.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Architecture
- Exploring creative ways to integrate new structures within existing buildings, presenting opportunities for architectural firms to offer innovative design solutions.
- Construction
- Utilizing raw materials like concrete to achieve a raw and industrial aesthetic, providing construction companies with new opportunities to showcase their expertise in unique building techniques.
- Interior Design
- Creating minimalist and open living spaces that complement the raw and industrial aesthetic, inspiring interior designers to develop innovative and functional decor concepts.
