Lambley Lane 2 Burton Joyce

Modern black house with large windows, a garage, a staircase, and a mini Cooper parked in the driveway, surrounded by trees and greenery.

Our clients approached us with a clear vision: to transform their dated 1970s property into a modern home with genuine curb appeal located on a private lane in Burton Joyce, Nottinghamshire.

About the project

Overcoming the Layout & Connecting Spaces

The primary challenge was the fragmented layout, which lacked a cohesive connection between the upper floor and the lower-level garage and gym. By repositioning the staircase, we established a seamless link between the upper and lower levels, unifying the home’s circulation.

Expanding the Master Suite & Entrance

We expanded the master bedroom suite into a new front gable extension, partially mirroring this at the entrance to create a welcoming, canopied approach.

Elevating the Living Areas with Dramatic Volume

To elevate the living experience, we replaced the rear hipped roof with a striking gable, allowing for a vaulted ceiling that brings dramatic volume to the main living areas.

A Welcoming, Redesigned Landscape

The landscaping was thoughtfully redesigned to create a gentle, inviting progression from the drive to the main entrance.

A Bold, Modern Material Palette

Finally, the use of a sophisticated palette of dark grey brick and black timber cladding has completely transformed the home’s aesthetic, realizing the modern dream our clients envisioned.

The project is due to start on site in late 2026.

After
Before
Before
After
Residential house with brick exterior, garage, and driveway. Three cars are parked outside, and there are trees and shrubs around the house.
Modern two-story black house with large windows, brick and panel exterior, a balcony with glass railing, and a gray garage door. There's a cream-colored car parked in the gravel driveway and lush greenery around the house.
Living room with large windows, skylights, modern furniture, wooden beams, and outdoor balcony.
Interior of a modern open-plan living and kitchen space with a high vaulted ceiling, skylights, and wooden flooring. The kitchen features light wood cabinets and a marble island with bar stools. There's a gray sofa with colorful pillows, a wooden din
Modern bedroom with large glass sliding door leading to balcony; white walls decorated with nine framed black-and-white art pieces; tan leather lounge chair near the window; gray bed with pillows; tall wooden floor lamp with yellow lampshade; office
Modern two-story house with a mix of brick and dark wood exterior, large windows, glass balconies, and a spacious grassy backyard.

How the client thought it went…

“We’ve had a really positive experience working with our architect John. He has been patient throughout the process, really listened to our needs and ideas, and translated them into a house design that we can genuinely see ourselves enjoying for many years to come.

He took the time to understand how we live day to day, how we want to use the space as a family, and balanced this carefully with our budget and lifestyle. His ability to combine practicality with thoughtful design has made the whole process feel exciting and achievable.

We’ve felt listened to, supported, and guided throughout, and we’re incredibly grateful for his expertise, creativity, and attention to detail.”

— Jim and Tracey Anderson

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