1930-ies architectural style
A young family living in the Fabritiuslaan in Hilversum had the desire to expand their house that was built in typical 1930-ies architectural style. The aim of the design was to create a bigger kitchen area that would become the main focal point. On the plot there is also an original garage, about 3 meters from the rear facade of the house. By connecting the house with the garage a whole new space is added. The garage now becomes part of the house and gets a much better function than it had before.
The volume that connects the house with the garage is build in a contrasting natural wood. The volume that is square in shape has a one corner facing the garden. At this point a folding door creates the opportunity to completely open up the corner of the extension when the weather allows. The garden functions now more like a room and has become part of the house.
Fabritiuslaan in Hilversum
Hilversum has a lot of great architectural pieces and is definitely worth visiting. It is almost like an open air museum. check out the Dudok architecture centre.