Fieldwork Transforms Dilapidated West London Building into Mansard-Roofed Home and Casting Studio
Fieldwork, a local architecture firm, has revamped a two-storey structure in west London into a three-storey residence and casting studio, boosting the internal floor space by more than 60%. The renovation introduced a mansard roof and a double-height side extension adorned with zinc shingles. Spanning 245 square metres, the building comprises a ground-floor casting studio, a two-storey apartment, and a roof terrace. According to Director James Owen, the mansard roof allowed for an extra bedroom and ensuite, divided by a timber and glass partition. Director Tim Gibbons emphasized the striking contrast between the zinc shingles and the original facade. The design features a central staircase, several skylights, and finishes like microcement and light oak joinery. Photography by French + Tye.
Key facts
- Fieldwork transformed a run-down two-storey building in west London into a home and casting studio.
- The project added a mansard roof and a double-height side infill extension, increasing internal floor area by over 60 per cent.
- The resulting building is 245 square metres across three storeys.
- The ground floor contains a casting studio, with a two-storey apartment and roof terrace above.
- Both the mansard roof and the extension, on the site of a former covered garage, were clad in zinc shingles.
- The interior is organised around a central staircase that separates working and living spaces.
- Materials include microcement in bathrooms, light oak joinery, Douglas fir linings, and a cork floor with acoustic insulation in the casting room.
- Circular skylights in the mansard roof were inspired by the round softbox lights used in the casting studio.
- The photography is by French + Tye.
Entities
Artists
- James Owen
- Tim Gibbons
Institutions
- Fieldwork
- Dezeen
- French + Tye
Locations
- London
- United Kingdom
Sources
- Dezeen —