Currently at the planning stage, this project proposes the replacement of a dated bungalow with a bespoke self-build home that responds more sensitively to its agricultural setting. Located on land that once formed part of a former farmstead, the design takes advantage of long-range views while establishing a form and materiality that sit harmoniously within the landscape.

The dwelling reinterprets rural vernacular forms with pitched roofs and carefully proportioned gables, breaking down the massing to create a sheltered courtyard. Its palette is deliberately balanced between the language of traditional agricultural buildings — expressed through timber boarding and metal roof cladding — and the established vernacular of stone and slate. This interplay grounds the building in its agricultural origins while giving it a contextual and enduring character.

Internally, generous family spaces connect to gardens and terraces, while more private rooms provide places of retreat. The plan is flexible, balancing openness with intimacy, and designed to evolve with the occupants over time. Orientation and glazing frame key views and draw natural light deep into the plan, reinforcing the connection between house and landscape.

Sustainability underpins the scheme, with the replacement dwelling delivering significant improvements in energy performance compared to the building it replaces. Robust construction, high levels of insulation and passive design measures reduce energy demand while ensuring comfort. The result is a contemporary home that is both tailored to its occupants and deeply embedded in its context.