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The original structure was built by relatives in 1979.

Deep window ledges on the exterior act as small stoops, where the client Wayne Euston-Moore often takes phone calls.

At night, the workspace appears as a giant lantern set in the garden.

The suburban backyard garage in Hertfordshire, England, that architect Olli Andrew of Hyper converted into a work studio is wrapped in charred larch wood pieces that give the impression of scales and foster biodiversity, providing a place for insects to nestle.

“The scorched larch timber protects against water and is a beautiful, sustainable process that avoids harsh chemicals and paints,” Andrew says.

This custom staircase is made from wood and steel, and is enclosed in a design that the craftsmen made themselves. "I think it's one of my favorite moments in the house,

"The owner wanted the front door to match the same yellow of Caterpillar, the heavy machinery company,

The console was custom fabricated by J. Hefner Designs.

A cozy dining banquette with a custom walnut table by Susan Swingle saves some space.

Mudroom cabinetry creates consistency with the rest of the house.

A slatted screen and a skylight blur the boundary between indoors and out at the home’s entryway.

The original driveway was dangerous and impractical due to the steep terrain. The architects designed a new route that slopes gently away from the street and toward a two-car garage and parking court.

Floating steel siding shields the home from the elements.

The minimalist exterior complements the rest of the inside, with a fun play on materials and intersecting lines.

"We did splurge in certain areas, but we made sure to be careful about where we did,