Award-winning Sustainable Replacement Dwelling

WINNER OF THE CHILTERNS DESIGN AWARDS 2021 – BEST MODERN HOUSE AND OVERALL WINNER

A modern, sustainable, self-build home replaced an existing bungalow near Frieth, Buckinghamshire.

The design was based upon a sustainable and passive approach utilising orientation and sensible design techniques to produce a modern replacement dwelling, which minimises energy consumption, acknowledges local vernacular in a re-interpreted contemporary manner and produces an accessible and comfortable family home with crisp detailing using beautiful materials.

The generously sized rooms benefit from lots of natural light and the use of traditional materials in a contemporary interpretation ensures the house sits comfortably within the existing context.

The clients wanted to inject some fun into their home with the incorporation of a slide alongside the staircase for their four children (and adults alike!). The design captures the countryside views whilst providing privacy through clever use of angled timber louvres.

A collaboration with award-winning architect Heinz Richardson of Buro Nineteen, we have taken on the design from planning and detailed design through to completion. The house was completed in February 2020.

Photos by Miriam Sheridan Photography.

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