Ottilie House
Ottilie House
Ottilie House is a full renovation of a 1920s social house, transforming a constrained “two up, two down” layout into a light-filled, spatially generous family home. Floors were lowered to increase volume, internal walls removed to improve flow, and a rear extension added to create a cohesive open-plan ground floor.
Bespoke architectural interventions define key moments throughout the house, from a sculptural floating bookshelf framing a reclaimed fireplace to carefully calibrated openings and ceiling heights. Light, circulation, and spatial layering were central to the design, creating calm, connected spaces with moments of drama. Subtle contrasts between traditional and contemporary elements, alongside integrated architectural lighting, give the home depth, character, and a strong sense of identity
“Love how the building combines old and new themes. Absolutely love the space and living in it!”
Catherine (Client)
Light Off, Lights On
Natural light defines the house during the day, while integrated, concealed lighting animates the architecture at night. Carefully hidden sources reveal depth, guide movement, and allow the spaces to come alive after dark.
Detail in the Minimalism
Colour emerges only through materials — the warmth of brick, the depth of timber — while the rest of the palette remains monochrome. Concrete floors, joinery, and finishes sit along the greyscale, giving every space clarity, calm, and a distinct identity.
Before and After
Ottilie House transforms a modest, underperforming property into a light-filled, highly functional, and characterful home. The renovation demonstrates how thoughtful design, material sensitivity, and attention to spatial experience can revitalise a building, creating a home that balances aesthetic ambition with everyday living.
A Home in Balance
Ottilie House transforms a modest 1920s home into a carefully considered sequence of spaces defined by light, material, and form. Every intervention — from volumes to details — balances drama with calm, giving the home both clarity and character.
