17.3.R_A&A to Split-level Terrace House at The Ingelwoods
Cross section view of the split-level terrace house. Schematic Design stage presentation.
Left to Right:
1. Original living room looking towards dining and kitchen.
2. Original 2nd Storey stairs landing enclosed.
3. Left over space beside 2nd Storey bedroom.
4. 3rd Storey stairs landing
Opened-up layout of kitchen, dining and living space:
Daylight from rear garden filters through open layout and transparency of glass railing.
Engineered oak panel wall frames approach from main entrance with conceal powder room behind, merges with oak tread and risers of stairs.
Kids play room:
Original 2.6m height false ceiling is removed to reveal high volume space accent with oak timber paneling.
A picture window is added to let natural daylight into the space.Wall mounted fixtures and pendant lighting are selected for maintainability.
Staircase and circulation:
Original staircase with thick balusters is open ed up, steel tie rod serves as safety barrier while allowing connectivity and porosity in the user’s daily routine.
These transient encounters become part of the lived spaces of the house where memories are shared.
