Practice · extra storey
+ one for four
A house more than 150 years old gains an extra storey to make room for the whole family.
- Type
- Extra storey, loft conversion
- Location
- south-east Styria
- Year
- 2023
- Role
- Drawings from the room schedule to the planning application
When the family of four ran out of room in the old house, they decided to build upwards. This creates plenty of high-quality living space without sealing any new land.
design
The layout focuses on using space efficiently. Bedrooms face north and the living spaces face south, with direct access to a generous terrace.
the kitchen at the centre
The kitchen sits at the heart of the home, a place for conversation and good food. The open roof space gives it the generosity it needs and makes it a pleasant place for residents and guests alike.
The two sections show how the new storey sits on the existing house: the stair links old and new, and above it the roof space opens up to the ridge.
