Ingham Terrace, Wylam
The Brief
This Victorian terrace required thoughtful updating and additional space to support modern family life for a family of four. The intention was to create a sense of calm and generosity while celebrating the home’s original character. An English country cottage aesthetic sat at the heart of the brief, with existing features revealed and enhanced wherever possible.
Design Response
A rear kitchen extension was introduced and fully opened to the garden via bi-fold doors, blurring the boundary between inside and out. The garden was treated as an extension of the home, with floor levels aligned and limestone tiles continuing seamlessly outdoors.
Hidden historic details were carefully uncovered, including the original inglenook fireplace, previously concealed behind plasterboard and an electric fire. Throughout the project, timeless, classic materials were chosen, with a preference for locally sourced finishes, ensuring longevity and a quiet, enduring elegance.