Architecture studio Bureau de Change is the mind behind the Uxbridge Bower home. The entrance is defined by chamfered arches that welcome guests to the art deco space in West London. The building features an extra ensuite bedroom which is designed to welcome the owner's mother and grandmother when they fly in to visit from Greece. The founders of the studio, Katerina Dionysopoulou and Billy Mavropoulos also moved to London from Greece.
Billy Mavropoulos speaks on the design to Dezeen, "The house is located in a suburb developed in the 1920s and 30s, with surprising and quirky art-deco details like stepping windows and porches, and bold geometric patterns. [The house is described as] "a granny annexe like no other. We started with a simple post and lintel structure, chamfered the connection between columns and roof, then created a zigzag stepping to the chamfer. These moves unite the two elements into one."
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What's Driving This Trend
- Art Deco Revival
- Modern homes are drawing on 1920s and 30s architectural elements to create unique, visually striking residences.
- Multi-generational Living
- Residences are increasingly designed to accommodate multiple generations under one roof, enhancing family cohesiveness.
- Custom Renovation Projects
- Architectural studios are embracing custom design elements, like chamfered arches, to blend historical styles with contemporary living.
Who This Affects Most
- Architecture and Design
- Innovative features in home design offer architecture studios the chance to meld historic inspiration with modern functionality.
- Real Estate Development
- The demand for homes that incorporate both aesthetic appeal and multi-generational amenities is influencing new construction trends.
- Home Renovation
- Specialized renovation projects are finding a niche by incorporating intricate design elements that reference historical architecture.
