Rusty House on the Rye
Project - Rusty House On The Rye
Location - London
Designer - Studio On The Rye
Architect - Studio On The Rye
Photographer - French & Tye
Instagram - studioontherye
Rusty House on the Rye is located in the Holly Grove Conservation Area in Peckham, South London. The 1950s property sits in a prime position which is highly visible from two main streets.
Purchased 14 years ago by the owner Victoria, she was regularly approached by developers wanting to buy and build on the land. However, she decided to take matters into her own hands, opting to expand her home and make the most of the space herself.
Victoria wanted to add a two-storey extension while maintaining side access from the front garden into the rear. The garden was a standout feature and integral to the project. Additionally, the client sought a larger kitchen, to accommodate working from home, a snug, a utility room and a new master bedroom. The existing home also needed updates, including resolving damp and ventilation issues and modernising the rooms to be more energy efficient.
The new design added significant floor space, with a mix of tiles and timber being used throughout. UK-based suppliers, such as Havwoods, were chosen, with the honey-coloured Venture Plank Cedro bringing a light and airy feeling to the home.
The aesthetic was to create a simple, calm atmosphere using natural materials to add warmth and texture. Ash window surrounds, bespoke joinery, oak parquet flooring and concrete tiles were used to create a minimalist, Scandinavian-inspired interior. Natural daylight was also a key element, with roof lights over the stairwell, master bedroom and ensuite shower room, and large windows throughout. Large sliding doors were introduced to create a seamless transition between the interior and the garden, allowing the outdoors to feel like an extension of the home.






