22nd, West Hoxton

The architectural language is driven by a composition of intersecting rectilinear volumes that establish a strong yet refined street presence. A dominant upper-level form appears to float above the ground floor, creating a sense of weightlessness while simultaneously reinforcing the home’s horizontal proportions. The use of contrasting materials — including light render, darker feature cladding, and vertical timber battens — provides depth and articulation without relying on excessive ornamentation.

The entry sequence is intentionally layered, with recessed elements guiding movement toward the front door and creating a sense of arrival. Integrated lighting within soffits and step detailing enhances the architectural experience during evening conditions, emphasising the geometry and highlighting material transitions. The façade maintains a controlled balance between solid and void, allowing glazing to provide transparency while preserving privacy.

Landscape integration plays a key role in the overall presentation, with terraced planter zones and stone retaining walls softening the built form and reinforcing the architectural composition. The stepped approach from the street to the entry not only addresses level transitions but also establishes a gradual experiential progression from public to private space.