Contemporary Architecture Expertise in Cambridge

Inclume have a keen interest and growing expertise in contemporary architecture. Whether projects involve an internal refurbishment, an environmental retrofit, an extension or a complete new-build, we enjoy exploring design solutions that incorporate contemporary details. We appreciate the time needed to create convincing crafted architecture and spend a great amount of resource and energy during the design process to ensure designs are considered yet captivating.

Having undertaken projects in Europe and throughout the UK, we are interested in and inspired by a diverse range of contemporary buildings. Our response to individual projects is rooted in the existing site or property, the local context and the client brief. We aim for designs that are timeless and long-lasting, employing simple detailing and using high-quality materials.

Projects such as Margett House in Cambridge, demonstrate how contemporary extensions can be added to existing houses to suit modern family life; in this case crisp detailing such as timber rainscreen cladding, powder-coated high-performance aluminium framed windows and slim-sightline sliding doors with a seamless level threshold all contribute to a design that is attractive and modern, yet respects the materiality and proportions of the existing dwelling.

Our knowledge of the Cambridge conservation areas and our experience with heritage buildings allows us to sensitively adapt older structures with extensions that reinterpret historic design details in a contemporary manner, or contrast with the existing building to demonstrate a clear demarcation between old and new elements. We work closely with Planning and Conservation Officers to find a solution that fits with our clients’ design aspirations while being suited to the particular building and its context.

If you are interested in designing a contemporary new-build or extension, do get in touch with us via our online enquiry form, email or phone and one of our team will be happy to discuss how Inclume can assist.