Brick House, Private residence in Westbourne Grove, London, England
Brick House is a single-story residence in Westbourne Grove designed with extensive skylights and built using traditional red brick in a contemporary way. The structure fills its narrow urban plot with an inventive layout that maximizes natural light and living space.
The residence was completed in 2005 by architects Caruso St John and received a nomination for the 2006 Stirling Prize. This recognition marked it as an innovative contribution to London residential design.
The residence demonstrates the evolution of London residential architecture by integrating modern construction techniques while maintaining the traditional use of brick materials.
The red brick exterior is visible from the street, and the extensive skylights can be seen from outside. Since this is a private home, visitors cannot enter the interior, but the building's design can be viewed and appreciated from Westbourne Grove.
When viewed from above, the building's footprint resembles a horse's head, an unexpected design choice for an urban setting. This playful geometric form emerged from fitting the structure within the site's irregular boundaries.
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