Loggia House has successfully been granted planning permission in Hampshire.

The project reconfigures a previously awkward layout to suit the needs of a growing family with three young children. Set within a conservation area and incorporating Grade II-listed structures, the design was carefully developed to minimise visual impact while unlocking the site’s potential.

Originally constructed in the late 1800s as a single-storey stable, the property was converted into a two-storey dwelling in the 1970s, with an added lean-to garage and rear extension. A river runs through the back garden, forming a secluded island that adds to the site’s unique character.

The clients who had previously worked with the architect on their rear extension in their North London terrace approached the director shortly after moving into the new home. Their brief focused on creating a more functional layout, generous family storage, and flexible living spaces that could adapt as their children grow.

Internally, the original layout included a gallery kitchen with an awkward breakfast bar, a small pantry, and a separate dining area tucked into a bay window. Circulation was compromised, particularly in the entrance hall, which lacked storage and natural light.

The architect proposed several layout options, each varying in scale and planning risk. The final scheme carefully balanced planning sensitivities with the family’s ambitions opening up the rear elevation and reorganising internal functions around a new social heart.

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