Architect’s Adaptable London Home Wins RIBA House of the Year 2024

Six Columns, designed by Will Burges for his family, is celebrated for its flexibility, modest aesthetic, and innovative use of a challenging urban site.

• Six Columns, located in Crystal Palace, South London, was designed by architect Will Burges of 31/44 Architects as his family home.
• The house was praised for its adaptable design, allowing it to evolve with the changing needs of its occupants over time.
• Built on a narrow, wedge-shaped urban site, the home blends into its 1950s suburban surroundings while incorporating modernist and brutalist architectural influences.
• Its interior features exposed materials like concrete, brick, and spruce wood, emphasizing simplicity, functionality, and future flexibility.
• The Royal Institute of British Architects highlighted its thoughtful design and efficient use of space, awarding it the UK’s top architectural honor for one-off homes.

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