On paper the equation is simple: a 45 m2 extension to a house to accommodate a comfortable kitchen and living area. In practice, the challenge was much more complicated. How to extend a large 19th century house without betraying its character or resorting to imitation or superficial stylistic effects, whilst keeping the right distance" 

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Architects: PlayTime / AA · Office Profile

Location: Saint-Didier-au-Mont-d'Or, France

Area: 45.0 sqm

Project Year: 2015

Photographs: Studio Erick Saillet · Photographer Profile

Project Management: Playtime AA

Structure Design And Engineering: HEYBERGER
Interior Decorating: Véronique Lemaire

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From the architect. On paper the equation is simple: a 45 m2 extension to a house to accommodate a comfortable kitchen and living area. In practice, the challenge was much more complicated. How to extend a large 19th century house without betraying its character or resorting to imitation or superficial stylistic effects, whilst keeping the right distance" In response to these requirements, the architects at the Playtime agency have delivered an expertly crafted marvel. A small metallic white volume, raised off the ground to emphasise its clean lines.  Inserted between two existing trees, ...