Studio 304?s Sunken Bath project in Clapton, east London, adds a new kitchen, dining area, toilet and bathroom to a ground floor apartment within a terraced period property. Central to the brief was to separate the toilet and shower room in order to create a standalone bathroom that would facilitate ritual bathing. 

© Radu Palicica Photography

Architects: Studio 304 Architecture

Location: London, United Kingdom

Area: 20.0 m2

Project Year: 2016

Photographs: Radu Palicica Photography

© Radu Palicica Photography

Studio 304?s Sunken Bath project in Clapton, east London, adds a new kitchen, dining area, toilet and bathroom to a ground floor apartment within a terraced period property. Central to the brief was to separate the toilet and shower room in order to create a standalone bathroom that would facilitate ritual bathing. 
© Radu Palicica Photography

The existing layout of the apartment was inefficient and had a poor relationship with the shared south-facing rear garden. In addition, the bathroom made the rear of the property feel gloomy and unwelcoming. Prior to work commencing, the client negotiated with the neighbouring property to split the shared garden creating two small private gardens to the south and east. 

Floor Plan 01

Floor Plan 02

The functions of t...