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Hood House is a playful protector that respects the heritage character of Carlton North whilst celebrating purposeful change. It is a luxurious yet compact and hyper-functional home defined by an exploration of contrast: it is ornamental and restrained, subdued and lively, stately and casual, compartmental and open.
For us, it is also a project with an unusual history. This dual-natured renovation evolved through the ownership of two separate clients. Originally intended to accommodate the needs of a young family of four, we shifted gears at the eleventh hour and adapted a thoroughly resolved design solution to the needs of only two. From a young, nuclear family to a blended adult one, our design solution was put to a test of flexibility.
The result is a subtle renovation almost invisible from the street yet dramatic in its expressive qualities. An oblique view from the northwest reveals the playful zigzag of the new roof, the rippling metal hood. This is a form-making exercise that connects old to new as well as establishing spatial drama in what might otherwise have been utilitarian rooms upstairs. A simple palette of Australian hardwood timbers and white surfaces are complimented by tactile splashes of brass and rich moments of colour that reveal themselves from behind closed doors.
Our internal joke is that Hood House is like Lazarus, risen from the ashes. We’re grateful that almost six years of hard work have culminated in this beautiful, protective and playful house, and so pleased that Glenda and Alistair get to call it home.

Located in the heart of Campbell, this courtyard garden was designed to transform an underutilised outdoor space into a serene and functional retreat. The client envisioned a resort-style sanctuary that would complement the refined architecture of their townhouse while providing an inviting setting for entertaining and relaxation. With a focus on balance between structure and nature, this courtyard seamlessly integrates strong architectural elements with soft, dynamic planting and the tranquil presence of water.

The bifold doors open directly onto this seating area creating a seamless flow from interior to exterior. Photographed by Nathalie Priem
Inspiration for a small contemporary front yard patio in London.
Inspiration for a small contemporary front yard patio in London.

View towards the house showing the dining area, the path floating across the contemporary pond, and the outdoor kitchen and relaxed seating area adjacent with the house.
Credit: Annaïck Guitteny Photography

This Courtyard was transformed from being an Astro Turf box to a useable, versatile Outdoor Room!
Small contemporary backyard patio in London with tile and a pergola.
Small contemporary backyard patio in London with tile and a pergola.

For privacy we designed an overhead structure, the selected pattern ensures plenty of light into the space, whilst still creating a sense of privacy. The curved shape of the structure allows for a supportive daybed/seating structure and place to get away for those lazy afternoons.

In this Hamptons styled landscape we used herringbone tiling to connect and draw people to the supersized alfresco space. The interwoven cooking, dining, lounge & occasional spaces are linked by three overflowing urn water features.
The space features an off form polished BBQ bench with sink. The bench is faced with white cladding. Batten screens provide privacy whilst also framing views. The same battens in the pergola to provide a linear shadow feature.
The greenwall to the kitchen splashback window was created by planting of Lady palm begins an interplay of linear and layered planting of green featuring Buxus, Viburnum, Ornamental Pears, Lily Pily, Magnolias, Murrayas and Helichrysum.
Photography Peter Brennan

Pro Colour Photography
Inspiration for a small contemporary backyard patio in London with a vertical garden and natural stone pavers.
Inspiration for a small contemporary backyard patio in London with a vertical garden and natural stone pavers.

Walpole Garden, Chiswick
Photography by Caroline Mardon - www.carolinemardon.com
Design ideas for a small traditional patio in London with brick pavers.
Design ideas for a small traditional patio in London with brick pavers.

This is an example of a small traditional courtyard patio in London with natural stone pavers.

'Xanthoria' laser cut wall art (by Entanglements metal art) creates a background eye catching feature for Metricon Homes.
Inspiration for a small modern courtyard patio in Melbourne with gravel.
Inspiration for a small modern courtyard patio in Melbourne with gravel.

Design ideas for a small contemporary backyard patio in London with concrete pavers and no cover.

Unique Home Stays
Photo of a small tropical backyard patio in Cornwall with decking and a pergola.
Photo of a small tropical backyard patio in Cornwall with decking and a pergola.

This is an example of a small mediterranean backyard patio in Munich with an outdoor kitchen and a pergola.

Inspiration for a small traditional backyard patio in Surrey with no cover.

Photography: Karina Illovska
The garden now includes a carspace but to soften its impact and to create texture we used the recycled bricks from the original house as paving.

Harbour View Photography
Design ideas for a small traditional backyard patio in Dorset with gravel and no cover.
Design ideas for a small traditional backyard patio in Dorset with gravel and no cover.

Mark Westwood
This is an example of a small contemporary patio in London with a container garden and no cover.
This is an example of a small contemporary patio in London with a container garden and no cover.

Photo: Chris Snook © 2014 Houzz
This is an example of a small scandinavian patio in London with gravel and no cover.
This is an example of a small scandinavian patio in London with gravel and no cover.
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