Aintree Road Residence

Rising above the ground floor entry is a lantern-like glazed void that glows above the solid base, offering a floating upper roof form set back from the street and signalling the generous volumes within. Glimpses of Francesc Vilaro designer pendant lights are visible on approach from the street and in twilight the warm glow of light spilling into the front garden and entry pathway draws visitors to a concealed doorway at the side of the house. On entering, the sunlit double volume entry presents an interesting arrangement of openings and stairs to move towards whilst revealing none completely. Photography by Peter Bennetts