Ad++ House
A Playful Zinc Addition in York
AD++ House in York features a contemporary design with a two-storey extension, light-filled living area, and cantilevered roof. Inspired by seed-trading heritage, planting and water features enhance indoor-outdoor connections.
AD++ House features a two-storey extension and an added garage to a contemporary residential property situated within a conservation area in York. This design includes a spacious, elevated living area that is generously glazed to the west, capturing the evening sun, and is accented by a striking red stairway leading to the ground-level studio.
The family residing in the home has a longstanding tradition in the seed trading industry. Echoing this, the extension is designed to foster a bespoke connection between the home and the adjoining landscape, providing space for planting and incorporating an external water feature to promote relaxation and a sense of place.
The roof's cutting-edge cantilever reshapes the consistent pitched roof form, allowing light to infiltrate and views to extend to and from the space. As the afternoon sun moves across the sky, the space is filled with light and the dancing shadows of leaves from the surrounding trees, adding an element of dynamic natural beauty to the home.
Light: The Cracked Roofline
At AD++ House, the pitched roof's unique cut and fold design skillfully creates a dynamic interplay between the dramatic roofline and the extensive glazing, enabling southern sunlight to entirely permeate this bespoke residential home's vast depths. The self-finish zinc cladding, both reflective and contrasting, subtly blends the sharply geometric extension with its picturesque surroundings, offering a gentle yet captivating interplay with the enveloping trees. This careful design consideration ultimately results in a harmonious fusion of modern architectural elements with the property's beautiful natural setting, creating an inviting atmosphere for its inhabitants.
Craft : Zinc Cladding
The AD++ House emphasises craft and sustainability, with the primary construction material being sustainably sourced timber. In addition, recycled Zinc, used for cladding, has a lower ore requirement compared to other non-ferrous metal cladding options – it demands a quarter of the ore used for aluminium and half that of copper and steel.
Zinc requires minimal maintenance throughout its lifecycle, suiting modern residential designs. As a self-finish material, it ages, eliminating the need for redecoration. This commitment to sustainability and durability ensures the project's long-term impact is as impressive as its aesthetic appeal.
