A Garden-Led Family Home in London
Brief: To modernise and enlarge the existing kitchen
Objective: A single storey rear kitchen extension
Location: East Finchley, London
Year originally built: 1940s
Completed: 2020
Budget: £97,000
RIBA Stages: 0 – 6
House P reimagines a conventional family house as a quiet, garden-oriented retreat, shaped by light, proportion and a close relationship to the landscape beyond.
The project focuses on opening the ground floor to the garden, creating a sequence of spaces that feel connected yet composed. Large openings draw daylight into the heart of the home, while careful planning ensures the kitchen, dining and living areas support both daily routines and moments of gathering without feeling exposed or overstated.
Material choices are intentionally restrained, allowing natural light, texture and views to carry the experience of the space. Thresholds between inside and out are softened, encouraging a gentle flow between home and garden and reinforcing a sense of calm throughout.
The result is a family home that feels balanced and enduring, where architecture supports everyday life quietly and confidently. House P reflects a design approach rooted in clarity, comfort and long-term liveability, rather than short-term impact.
