Houzz Tour: A Glorious Garden Room emerges from the Woods in Highgate - Shortly after the successful renovation of their house in the 1920s, the owners of this property Highgate their guests architect Lester Bennett Folio design, to work its magic on their garden.
Natalie Green Square and Janet had done a great job with landscaping, but there was an abandoned place in the garden where the family wanted to create an outdoor spa and a relaxation room, 'Lester said. Simon Berry Natures balance was already on board to help with the construction of the building, so that all that remained for Lester to imagine a concept that respects the views of the main property and blend seamlessly into the forest edge.
The result is a building that fits perfectly with the existing garden. The elegant, refined interior back is bathed in natural light, which complements the Zen spa feel created by the abundant paneling Douglas fir. "The transition from one room to another is wonderful," said Lester. "But most importantly, we were very respectful of the environment and it is an incredibly durable building. It was a successful integration of construction, garden and landscape.
Houzz at a Glance
Who lives here A family with two children
Location Highgate, London
designer Lester Bennett Folio design
Size Gym, lounge, study / TV room, sauna and shower, pantry
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"We decided early on to make the building green as possible," said Lester. Roof "eco" is fundamental to the design, allowing the construction of the seamless transition from the garden to the forest beyond, without appearing too large or obvious. It is also popular with local wildlife that can be spotted from the main house. Sunken foundations further minimize the building's impact on space.
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has the outside, an oversized whirlpool tub adds a touch of glamor and provides a tranquil focal point. Lester was aware that it should be a smooth experience. "I wanted the family to be able to sit in the hot tub and feel as if they were in a pond - close to nature - so we ran an engineering brook (stream) with its own supply water around the border, he said. "When you sit in the hot tub, you can see the pond, it feels like a more natural experience." Traditional mosaic tiles were too contemporary in this context, so Lester dressed in the bottom of the hot tub in rollers for a more organic look and feel.
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practices such as limestone elements feature throughout the building, protection against moisture. But when he came on the walls, Lester has embraced the theme of the spa and opted for panels staggered Douglas fir in different widths to create a serene, inspired by nature. "We treated the wood with white oil, which has been brushed to lighten the wood and create soft reflections" he explains. folding doors open full-height living room to create a truly integrated garden lounge and entertaining area that is perfect for summer.
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See more examples of glazing
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LED lighting is a way to illuminate the space and gentle energy efficient, that Lester wanted to keep as calm as possible. "We tried to avoid sources of light that would be immediately noticeable, so the lights are placed in cavities atop wooden panels, he said. "It creates a glow of relaxation, especially at night. Minotti sofa is positioned so that it overlooks the hot tub through the folding doors. "There are steps leading to the room right into the hot tub - we wanted to travel around the house into account as well," says Lester. "It is about the experience of being in a natural environment with natural materials and spiritual calm it generates.
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Lester stuck in a neutral palette to allow the beauty of the natural material to shine. During the day, the sun streams into the building through the wall-to-wall windows and a glass roof section.
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night the soft light illuminates the spa. Lester is proud of how the building effort in the frame, with minimal impact on the garden and the surrounding woods. "He's very respectful of the neighborhood, he said. "And it has a nice flow as you move through the rooms. It is a wonderful building to walk around and pass the time.
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the glass roof panels arches on the walk-in shower, which is next to the cedar-paneled sauna. Lester had to play with dimensions in this room to fit two beds, he reached by narrowing an edge. "We did not have much space to work with, but I think it turned out beautifully.
Learn how to bring serenity spa style home
Learn how to bring serenity spa style home
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the end result is both beautiful and sustainable . "We tried to make it as green as possible," said Lester. "The outdoor areas are covered with oak, which is processed and will weather beautifully in time.
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