Cadogan Corner
Scott Kyson - United Kingdom

Scott Kyson Biography

Scott Kyson established his London practice Kyson in 2004.
Before moving to London, he began his career working and studying for an apprenticeship in architecture - learning the traditional art of drawing and the skill of detailing. During this period a foundation of rigour, proportion and rationale would be laid that would eventually underpin his passion for design.

Having spent extensive periods in the far-East, Scott has developed an affection for the deep-rooted relationships between traditional, vernacular architecture and culture; in particular the connections between people, rituals and nature that are played out on ethereal backdrops of light, shadow and materials.

This cultural experience combined with his passion for contextual design and schooling in proportion formed the idiom for his practice. Even today, the themes continue to resonate through his projects; with his architecture providing dramatic stages for everyday life in varying backdrops from gritty urban residential to bespoke and restrained, high-end opulence.

His passion for architecture, alongside an understanding of market conditions has also ensured that his role runs far beyond the traditional sense; from pre-conception consultancy to an active role in the development and progression of the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists.

Scott's works have received critical acclaim and have been extensively published in leading architectural publications.

Cadogan Corner

At street level, the site is wrapped in a 3m high shield-like brick wall which curves around the rear of the site to provide the first layer of defence against the noise and intrusion of the road. The presence of the road is further reduced by the positioning of the seemingly random windows on the side façade, which avoid views of the unsightly motorway, whilst externally this contrasts perfectly to the rigour and rational of the front elevation.

The interior layout is arranged around a central atrium, with the principle rooms positioned at the front of the house with floor-to-ceiling frameless glazing, affording views over Victoria Park. These expansive panes are fixed to avoid the usual frames, mullions and handles that create visual clutter. Instead, smaller discreet windows concealed behind Douglas Fir slats provide the natural ventilation. The roof gardens provide external amenity space; whilst the views are controlled and focussed towards the park and the skyline through the careful use of clear and sand blasted glass screens.

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