Traditional Forms Inspire Contemporary Design

Here's a sneak preview of a new private house we are working on. The site is in an elevated position with a south facing principal aspect making it very appealing in design terms. Those factors suggested lots of glazing with deep reveals. The plot lies within a conservation area and our research found pictures of old barns that once stood at the entrance to the site. Our design takes note of that, with the form of the house split into two volumes, one for living and one for sleeping. These are linked by a glazed box which wraps around the circulation core at the rear. Externally, the use of natural stone, timber cladding and slate roofs anchor the house to the setting and create a building that has a stunning sequence of internal spaces yet sits comfortably in its surroundings. The project is due to start on site in Spring 2018, so watch this space for updates!