The stealth extension
May 20th, 2009 by Russell Curtis (russellcurtis)
Our extension to a flat in Highgate is finished, as the last pieces of glass are put in place.
We’ve used a highly-reflective glass to create an extension which is almost invisible from the garden. The glass is silicone-bonded to remove the need for a frame, which results in an almost unbroken reflection of the garden [...]
Images of Highgate extension
February 22nd, 2009 by Russell Curtis (russellcurtis)
We’ve taken some initial photographs of our Highgate flat extension, below
The main contractor for the project was Acumen Building Contracts (www.acumenbuilding.co.uk).
Highgate extension Kitchen completed
January 12th, 2009 by Tim Riley (timriley)
The house extension in Highgate is nearing completion and the bespoke kitchen is now installed complete with Ruby Terrazzo worktops, matching glass splashbacks and handle free doors.
Full-height bookcase with hidden door
November 14th, 2008 by Russell Curtis (russellcurtis)
Our extension and refurbishment of a garden flat in Highgate is progressing well, as some of the built-in furniture and specialist joinery starts to arrive on site.
These works include a full-height pivoting bookcase, operated by a pneumatic floorspring, which opens to reveal a secret entrance to the master bedroom. The pictures here show the bookcase [...]
Highgate extension takes shape
September 12th, 2008 by Tim Riley (timriley)
Primary structure has been erected at Jackson’s Lane and the extension is beginning to take its idiosyncratic form.
There’s more information on this project on our website at www.rcka.co.uk.
Planning permission granted for flat extension in Highgate
January 25th, 2008 by Tim Riley (timriley)
RCKa have recently been granted planning permission for a contemporary flat extension in a sensitive conservation area in Highgate, north London.
The extension provides an improved connection between the living area and the substantial garden. The visual impact of the scheme is reduced with the use of a green roof and careful detailing around the eaves [...]