Black and white

A monochrome palette has been used to striking effect in this renovation of a Victorian terrace in Balham, south London. Locally based JAAM Architects designed a rear extension faced in both burnt and silvered Scottish larch. This cladding is set at 45-degree angles and mitred, creating 3D geometries that enhance the feeling of depth. This façade also integrates huge sliding glass doors that wrap the corner, allowing the owners to open up their dining space to the garden ( jaamarchitects.co.uk).