This singular architectural endeavour, situated on the prominent Barry Road in East Dulwich, Southwark, transcends the confines of a traditional Victorian flat through an innovative renovation and extension. Influenced by the clients' stay in New York, the design embraces Manhattan style while navigating strict planning restrictions. The extension, complying with a 2.4m height limit adjacent to the neighbour, introduces a transformative sloping roof. This architectural feature not only accommodates a sizable, glazed skylight, saturating the interior with natural light but also presents opportunities for spatial refinement.

A striking component of this architectural composition is the supporting exposed, yellow, London stock brick wall—a homage to the prevalent aesthetic of exposed brickwork seen in New York loft designs. The deliberate decision to showcase the new steel structure in matte black serves to seamlessly integrate these elements into the interior scheme, emphasising their intrinsic role. The unifying element of an oak floor enhances the material palette cohesion while extending the living space harmoniously into the garden.