Modern Extension Using Crittall Windows Refreshes Victorian Terrace House

Reinvigorating classic Victorian terrace homes and extending the living space into the garden or the backyard is increasingly becoming a popular choice among homeowners stretching from Madison to Melbourne. It is a global trend that has seen many of these classic heritage homes acquire a new lease on life, and following these footsteps is the gorgeous 115 Highbury Hill that was revamped and extended by Blee Halligan. The modest extension gives the four-story residence a completely new ambiance and creates space for a cheerful modern dining area and kitchen that flow into the lush green garden.

Garden outside becomes a part of the new dining room and kitchen thanks to the glassy extension

It is Crittall windows and doors that play a crucial role in shaping the form of this new addition, even while ensuring that its timeless appeal and traditional aura are not completely lost. These elegant, dark, steel-framed windows perfectly complement the brick walls of the original structure and also give the Highbury house a slight industrial appeal. With the glass roof also bringing in ample natural light, the new interior is instantly more cheerful, modern and relaxing. Acting as a transitional zone between the existing house and the lovely garden, this glassy extension also doubles as a cool family hangout. [Photography: Robert Battersby]

Brick walls and Crittall windows combine classic home with modern extension

Black is the color of choice inside the modern London home extension

Contemporary dining area with cool pendant lights, brick wall and Crittal windows

Crittall windows and doors shape the stylish contemporary extension

Framed glass doors and a steel structure give the Victorian London home a smart modern vibe

A roof extension was added as a home office, with full width glazing to allow panoramic views out over the garden below. Crittalls were used in order to unify the elevation – fixed glazing, side-hung windows and doors provide a unified and consistent appearance when they are closed…