Sunlit Haven

PROJECT 01

Site: Sussex

Year: 2023

Client: Miller

A cinematic, wide-angle shot of a modern architectural extension during the golden hour. The building features large glass windows reflecting a lush garden, with warm #F9F6EE stone and wood accents. Soft, sun-drenched lighting creates a welcoming atmosphere.
A cinematic, wide-angle shot of a modern architectural extension during the golden hour. The building features large glass windows reflecting a lush garden, with warm #F9F6EE stone and wood accents. Soft, sun-drenched lighting creates a welcoming atmosphere.
The Sunlit Haven was designed to reconnect a growing family with their garden. By removing heavy internal walls, we invited the morning light deep into the kitchen, creating a warm heart for the home.

This project focused on using natural materials like #8D6B5F cedar and large glass spans to create a seamless transition between the interior and the landscape.
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A candid, lifestyle photograph of a young family sitting at a wooden dining table inside a sun-filled room. The light is warm and cinematic, catching dust motes in the air. The mood is peaceful and authentic, showing real-world connection.
A candid, lifestyle photograph of a young family sitting at a wooden dining table inside a sun-filled room. The light is warm and cinematic, catching dust motes in the air. The mood is peaceful and authentic, showing real-world connection.
Close-up detail of architectural materials: a textured #8D6B5F timber beam meeting a smooth #F9F6EE wall, with a sharp shadow cast by strong afternoon sunlight. Minimalist and professional composition.
Close-up detail of architectural materials: a textured #8D6B5F timber beam meeting a smooth #F9F6EE wall, with a sharp shadow cast by strong afternoon sunlight. Minimalist and professional composition.
A candid shot of a couple standing in their new kitchen extension, sharing a quiet moment with coffee. The background shows the blurred garden through high-performance glass. Warm, sun-drenched lighting and cinematic depth of field.
A candid shot of a couple standing in their new kitchen extension, sharing a quiet moment with coffee. The background shows the blurred garden through high-performance glass. Warm, sun-drenched lighting and cinematic depth of field.

Warm wood tones meet cinematic evening light in this reimagined living space.

Capturing light to foster daily family connection.

GOAL
An authentic, candid shot of the architect technician in a friendly conversation with the homeowners on-site. They are looking at a tablet together, bathed in warm, cinematic sunlight filtering through the new glass roof.
An authentic, candid shot of the architect technician in a friendly conversation with the homeowners on-site. They are looking at a tablet together, bathed in warm, cinematic sunlight filtering through the new glass roof.
A twilight shot of the finished house extension. The interior lights glow warmly with a #B85C3D hue against the deep #2F4F4F blue of the evening sky. The architecture looks inviting and structurally precise.
A twilight shot of the finished house extension. The interior lights glow warmly with a #B85C3D hue against the deep #2F4F4F blue of the evening sky. The architecture looks inviting and structurally precise.

“The space has completely changed how we live. It’s our favorite place to be together.” — Sarah Miller

ALEX RIVERA
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