St Stephens
St Stephens is a carefully considered extension and remodelling project that reimagines a traditional family home through the introduction of light-filled contemporary living spaces and refined architectural detailing.
Project Type: Extensive Extension & Internal Remodelling
Status: Construction
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 4 (incl. ensuite)
Living Spaces: Open-plan kitchen, dining and family spaces with separate lounge, snug and dedicated home office, all centred around improved connection to the garden and outdoor entertaining areas.
Key Features: Contemporary glazed rear extension with large rooflights, expansive kitchen with central island and pantry, improved internal flow, layered family living spaces, strong garden connection and light-filled interiors throughout.
Materials: Warm red brick, contemporary glazing, natural stone paving and soft landscaped planting palette.
Sustainability: Fabric upgrades throughout, improved thermal performance, energy-efficient glazing and low-energy lighting and ventilation strategies.
The proposal centres around a striking vaulted kitchen and dining extension, designed to create a calm and welcoming heart to the home.
Large-format steel-style glazing and a dramatic arched feature window frame views back into the landscaped garden, while drawing natural light deep into the interior throughout the day.
Exposed oak roof structure and soft natural materials bring warmth and texture to the spaces, balancing contemporary design with a timeless, handcrafted character.
Externally, the extension adopts a restrained material palette of warm red brick, natural slate and dark-framed glazing, carefully responding to the existing dwelling while introducing a more refined and contemporary language.
The new garden courtyard and terraces strengthen the relationship between inside and out, creating spaces for entertaining, dining and everyday family life.
Internally, the project transforms the flow and usability of the house, delivering generous open-plan living spaces tailored to modern family living.
Thoughtful detailing, natural light and carefully framed views combine to create a home that feels both elegant and deeply connected to its surroundings.
