BBVH architecten: straatweg extension

'straatweg extension' by BBVH architecten, rotterdam, the netherlands
image © luuk kramer
all images courtesy of BBVH architecten


'straatweg extension' is a 2.5 meter extension to the front elevation of an existing residence in rotterdam, the netherlands
designed by dutch practice BBVH architecten. the original masonry structure from the 1930's was in need of brighter
interior spaces and called from a two-story all glass wing. adjacent to the front door is a 2.8 meter wide pivoting door
which swings open in a motion similar to a garage door connecting the living spaces to the outdoor terrace and garden.

a transparent roof, facade and intermittent ceiling supported with slender steel beams introduce abundant daylight into
the ground level dining area. the upper level contains a study which allows dwellers to observe the activity below through
the floor. plants may be cultivated year round



(left) facade open to the patio
(right) pivoting door
image © luuk kramer



dining area
image © luuk kramer



(left) glass ceiling, wall and floor bounds the upper level study
(right) transparent ceiling allows unobstructed views to first level activity
images © luuk kramer



glass-enclosed study
image © luuk kramer



floor plan / level 0



floor plan / level 1



floor plan / level -1



(left) old section
(right) new section



(left) old elevation
(right) new elevation


project info:


architect: bbvh architecten bv, rotterdam, netherlands
contractor: aannemersbedrijf van alphen, rotterdam, netherlands
photos: luuk kramer, amsterdam, netherlands
client: private
location: rotterdam, netherlands
project year: 2010