Location: London
Status: Design Vision
Year: 2021
Program: Nautical
The Narrowboat is a bespoke residential design crafted to elevate the living experience along London’s canals. The concept prioritizes flexibility and adaptability, allowing the space to respond seamlessly to the evolving needs of its residents. Central to the design are continuous, flowing forms that define the side steps and primary cladding, creating a cohesive and dynamic exterior expression. Full-height glass panels on both sides of the vessel serve as entrances while maximizing natural light, flooding the interior with daylight and fostering a strong connection to the surrounding waterway. Inside, the layout features minimal partitions, providing an open, versatile environment that can accommodate a variety of functions, from leisure to work and social activities. The Narrowboat exemplifies adaptive living in a compact form, integrating functional efficiency, light optimization, and expressive architectural form.