Building a FUTURE

Don’t move, improve! That’s the message behind the annual prize organised by New London Architecture, showcasing the best house extensions in the capital

Following a period that many of us spent wishing our homes were a little bit bigger and a whole lot more flexible, this year’s shortlist offers a pool of inspiration. Working with radical materials, bright colours and unusual shapes, the architects behind these innovative designs show that, whether you’re looking for a quiet corner to work, or a space big enough to entertain, all kinds of things are possible. ‘We’ve all realised the importance of balance throughout the pandemic,’ says New London Architecture (NLA) chairman Peter Murray. ‘This year we’ve seen a vast range of home office spaces submitted, which have not only added functionality but character to the existing homes.’ Here are four examples, but there are more to explore on the NLA website (nla.london/awards/dont-move-improve).