The focal point of the project is a concrete waffle shaped roof, which sits aloft the new living area. Its pre-fabricated peaks and troughs create trenches for rooftop planting, softening the volume, establishing a connection with the leafy surroundings and creating pleasing views from the floors above. From the garden, the roof trenches are out of sight, giving the immediate effect of a simple concrete slab, which contrasts with the texture of the original building. 

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Architects: Bureau de Change Architects

Location: London, UK

Architect In Charge: Billy Mavropoulos, Katerina Dionysopoulou

Area: 50.0 m2

Project Year: 2016
Photographs: Ben Blossom

Engineer: FTF Designs Ltd.

Construction: Stec construction

Landscape Architect: Joh Bates Studio

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The focal point of the project is a concrete waffle shaped roof, which sits aloft the new living area. Its pre-fabricated peaks and troughs create trenches for rooftop planting, softening the volume, establishing a connection with the leafy surroundings and creating pleasing views from the floors above. From the garden, the roof trenches are out of sight, giving the immediate effect of a simple concrete slab, which contrasts with the textur...