A 1930s Stride Brothers Home Reimagined by Moon Design Architects
‘The trees will rise up above you and you've got this wonderful palette of colours that change throughout the year.'
Nestled in the heart of Sneyd Park, Bristol, this 1930s home was originally built by the renowned Stride Brothers and has been given a new contemporary identity by Moon Design Architects.
Lead architect Adam Richardson guides us through the thoughtfully reimagined property.
Stepping through the front door beneath the original brickwork archway, you’re welcomed into a grand, timber-panelled hallway. By relocating the staircase, the space has been opened up to create a carefully framed view through to the exceptional garden beyond. To the rear, a light-filled contemporary extension sits in contrast to the darker, warmer original features, respecting the home’s heritage while providing a functional and considered living space.
A key element of the client’s brief was to strengthen the connection between the house and its garden. Adam and his team achieved this through a layered design that draws you from the entrance, down into a sunken seating area, and seamlessly out onto a generous wrap-around patio. From here, the space opens onto an expansive lawn and tiered garden, complete with sculptures, a pond, and an abundance of established plants and trees.
Together, the sensitive renovation and bold contemporary interventions create a home that feels both rooted in its 1930s heritage while being perfectly adapted for modern family living.
