Project: Wimbledon Village House
Architecture: Jason Good
Builder: Lifestyle Projects
Landscape Design: Fisher Tomlin & Bowyer Gardencraft
Location: Wimbledon Village, England, United Kingdom
Year: 2024
Photo Credits: Jim Stephenson
Jason Good has completed a private house that replaces a poorly constructed 1980s cottage within the confines of a walled site. From the street, the architectural form reflects a somewhat classical approach, with a defined base, middle, and top that steps down to a single storey, allowing more light and air to reach the rear of the site. The “top hat” element highlights the double-storey light and ventilation oculus central to the internal layout.
The new design uses a restrained palette of materials and clear spatial organisation to create a home that subtly engages with its quiet, conservative mix of traditional and arts and crafts residential surroundings. The house materials, primarily patinated copper and handmade brick, were selected for their durability and the sense of craftsmanship they bring to the design. These materials ensure longevity and contribute to the building’s character, imbuing the house with a tactile, crafted quality that will age naturally over time.
A central entrance hall organises the home’s living spaces. Full-height pivot doors and carefully detailed timber joinery separate public and private areas while maintaining the openness of the layout. Sightlines between floors enhance the sense of space and visual continuity.
Natural light plays a central role in shaping the spatial experience. A double-height roof light introduces daylight into the heart of the house, supporting passive ventilation and ensuring natural light throughout the day. Etched glass blocks diffuse light into more intimate spaces, balancing privacy with a consistent softness.
Careful consideration ensures the connection between the house and its external spaces. Outdoor courtyards extend the living areas, offering moments of quiet retreat. These spaces integrate the landscape into the design, reinforcing the relationship between interior and exterior, framing views, and introducing natural elements into the living spaces.
The interior materials are kept minimal and natural. Earth-toned natural stone is used throughout the interior and the exterior, creating a seamless connection between inside and out. Wall panels and doors are clad with full-height, 300mm wide oak planks to define room edges and provide a warm, crafted interior atmosphere. Solid walnut Japanese baths and full-height Liege marble are used in the bathrooms to create a luxurious yet simple material palette.
The Wimbledon Village House reflects the practice’s careful balance of material, space, and light, resulting in a functional and quietly expressive house engaging with the surrounding context and landscape. It is a home imbued with a rich, atmospheric quality—refined and enduring in its design.
