Set within an 1880s converted tannery in Bermondsey’s conservation area, this penthouse renovation balances heritage with innovation. The current layout lacks cohesion, prompting a feasibility study to test bold reconfigurations: relocating living spaces to the lower level for better access and views; enhancing daylight through enlarged dormers; or a hybrid layout uniting both ideas. Beyond spatial planning, we’re integrating sustainable upgrades—underfloor heating, acoustic insulation, double-glazed Crittall windows, MHRV, and rooftop solar panels—to improve performance and comfort. As we progress toward concept design, visual storytelling through materials and 3D modelling will help shape a refined, modern home rooted in its historical context.