Built in the 19th century, this award-winning two-bedroom house in central Cambridge was radically transformed by architects 5th Studio. Its ingeniously manipulated plan has been enhanced by channels of glazing that funnel light into each room; the resulting sense of space and volume belies the modest floorplan. A sublime rear extension opens to the garden, where carefully cultivated plants provide a beautiful year-round backdrop to everyday life. RIBA considers the house "a seminal piece of architecture", awarding it a National RIBA Prize and the RIBA East Spirit of Ingenuity Home Award in 2003, and shortlisting it for the Manser Medal.