Brutalist concrete defines this tactile South London home
Brutalist concrete defines this tactile South London home
A clever material composition elevates thisa South London home by DGN Studio that blends brutalist concrete with light-coloured wood
Architects Daniel Goodacre and Geraldine Ng have transformed a dark Victorian semi-detached terrace in South London, into a modern family home that exudes calmness. Grounded on a heavy, concrete base, the home feels at the same time light and sleek. Inspired by brutalist concrete structures, it features expert joinery and clean, minimalist surfaces anchored in craft, clever material choices and fine detail.
The pair set up emerging architecture practice DGN Studio in 2016. They were commissioned by a young couple for this residential project soon after – initially appointed to work just on the home’s extension. Soon, they expanded the brief to cover the whole house.