Local design studio The DHaus Company has completed the Gingerbread House refurbishment project, which is a 1960s home located in Muswell Hill, a North London neighborhood. The space is updated and extended with a unique cladding of concrete shingles along the home originally built in the 60s. It is created with a blend of digital fabrication using arts and crafts as the influence.
The studio shares, "The first thing that caught our eyes as architects going on their first site visit was the existing facades – they were clad in a kind of concrete shingle. We were fascinated by this architectural dress, and wanted to see if we could blend the new rear extension with the rest of the shingle house. When researching shingle designs, we went down a rabbit hole that led us into a wondrous place of William Morris and arts and crafts."
Refurnished Concrete Shingle Homes
The DHaus Company Completes the Gingerbread House
Trend Themes
1. Digital Fabrication in Home Refurbishment - Increasingly, digital fabrication techniques are being used to seamlessly blend new architectural elements with existing structures.
2. Concrete Shingles Aesthetic Revival - There is a growing interest in reviving and modernizing the aesthetic appeal of concrete shingles in contemporary architectural designs.
3. Arts and Crafts Influence in Modern Architecture - Modern architectural projects are drawing inspiration from historical arts and crafts movements to create uniquely styled refurbishments.
Industry Implications
1. Architectural Design - Architectural design firms are reimagining home refurbishments with innovative materials and historical influences.
2. Construction Technology - Advancements in construction technology are enabling more precise and creative structural modifications using digital tools.
3. Home Renovation - The home renovation industry is experiencing a shift towards incorporating artistic elements and historical design into modern living spaces.