housing
Chance de Silva, 2024
1 & 2 London Fields West Side, E8 2EU
Two triple-level apartments or townhouses close to London Fields Lido. The homes are clad in red/brown zinc above a street level base storey of recycled bricks. The homes interlock in section to optimise views and sunlight while stepping away from neighbours.
Dalston (Kingsland)
Dalston Junction, Hackney Central, London Fields
236
There are stairs to all levels except one entry level room and WC. There is a ladder-type stair to roof.
There will be a bookable architect-led small group tour to all three levels and rooms including roof terrace.
The site, derelict and owned by Hackney Council was purchased at public auction by London Fields West LLP. The building mediates between a 2-storey Victorian House and a 13-storey 1950's tower block.
On a brick base of recycled stocks, including Victorian glazed bricks excavated from the site the upper floor are clad in red/brown zinc.
The homes interlock so that each has views and balconies towards London Fields.
The building steps away from the 2-storey house in a series of setbacks with sedum roofs and pot plants.
One home has a private rear balcony and courtyard as well as a balcony. the other has a balcony and a roof terrace.
Finishes inside are contemporary, with exposed concrete, plywood and galvanised steel.