# Craftsmanship-Based Home Extensions Archmongers Presents the New Ray House Extension in London By Amy Duong | Published 2025-06-02 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ray-house-extension References: [archmongers](http://archmongers.com/)  London design firm [Archmongers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ray-house) has updated the [Ray](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eames-institute-of-infinite-curiosity) House extension with a [Victorian terrace in London's Hackney](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meadow-road). The bespoke finishes include a decorative concrete frieze, which has been designed by the client. The restoration of the home in Dalston is inspired by a dark floor plan and poor energy performance to be elevated. The owners tasked the team to open up the home in the update. It was important to incorporate bespoke finishes that provide a backdrop to show off their collection of art. Archmongers co-founder Johan Hybschmann speaks about the design, noting, "The project has transformed the house from a poorly insulated, single-glazed and gas central-heated property with an irrational compartmentalised plan, into a thermally efficient, all-electric, hi-tech, contemporary home with abundant daylight now reaching deep into the house." Image Credit: Jim Stephenson ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 10% | Activity: 5% | Freshness: 42% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Bespoke Home Extensions:** Customized home renovations emphasize unique aesthetics and personal expression in living spaces. - **Thermal Efficiency Innovations:** Advancements in home insulation and energy-efficient designs are transforming traditional structures into modern eco-friendly abodes. - **Modern Victorian Design:** Contemporary interpretations of Victorian architecture blend historic charm with present-day functionality. ### Where This Applies - **Sustainable Construction:** The construction industry is adapting to eco-friendly standards through sustainable materials and energy-efficient designs. - **Home Restoration Services:** The demand for skilled craftsmanship in home restoration is rising as homeowners seek to preserve history while upgrading functionality. - **Interior Design:** Interior design is shifting towards personalized aesthetics with a focus on integrating art and bespoke elements into living environments. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bespoke London Victorian Terraces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ray-house.md) - [70s London Home renovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elemental-house.md) - [Morocco-Inspired London Home Extensions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/merrett-houmller-architects.md) - [Natural Material House Extensions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clay-house.md) - [Textured Home Extensions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basalt-house.md) - [Lime Plastered Terraced House](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arch-house.md) - [Victorian Restored Home Extensions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bindloss-dawes.md) - [Concrete Modern Extensions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/t-house-extension.md) - [Contemporary Home Extensions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bureau-de-change-2.md)