Tucked behind a traditional terrace and overlooking Butterfield Green, Greenview House demonstrates how sensitive, sustainable design can unlock the potential of constrained backland sites. Replacing a derelict garage, the new dwelling sits mid-terrace in a row of three mews houses accessed via a secure pedestrian route from Milton Grove.

Conceived as a sequence of interconnected double-height volumes, the house is animated by lightwells at both front and rear, establishing long sightlines and a visual connection between levels. A living green wall defines the kitchen-dining area, while terraces and a large picture window ensure habitable every room enjoys access to outdoor space or framed views across the park.

Constructed from prefabricated Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT), the building leverages the efficiency and low-carbon benefits of off-site manufacturing, with the structural envelope being erected in under five days. This approach minimised site disruption and delivered exceptional thermal and acoustic performance.

Greenview House achieves an EPC rating of 97A, with primary energy use of just 5 kWh/m² and annual carbon emissions of 0.1 tonnes CO₂. Through a fabric-first approach, renewable technologies, and a focus on occupant wellbeing, the project showcases contemporary low-energy urban living, combining architectural ambition with environmental responsibility.