Journal

A primary material used throughout the Contemporary Farmhouse project is the D-76 brick by Petersen Tegl, which forms the prominent chimneys, frames elevations and defines a key datum around the farmhouse for the separated ‘outbuildings’. The subtle colour changes and non-uniformity within the bricks, due to their specific method of manufacture, leads to a warm collage of tones across the building’s facades, appearing more akin to a reclaimed brick. Internally, the bricks have been used for the two walls bookending the full height entrance hall space. We tested out using a wash and a paint but eventually decided to leave this exposed to highlight the brick’s inherent aesthetic qualities.
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Photographs by @msap_photo
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Wishing all of our clients and collaborators a Happy New Year! To kick things off, here’s a few drawings from the Contemporary Farmhouse project that highlight the bespoke layout of the building. Although appearing as a collection of individually detailed agricultural ‘outbuildings’, each one is connected internally, creating a house that is able to expand and contract responding to the needs of the family. Different portions of the building can be locked off to give additional privacy and space.
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1: East Elevation
2: Ground Floor Plan
3: Short Section
4: North Elevation
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Another series of angles that highlight the detailing on the flower room at our Modern Farmhouse project. Despite being connected internally to the rest of the house, the flower room has been made distinctive through scale and refined timber detailing. The brick datum that runs around the base ties back to the main house and its positioning gives uninterrupted views out to the greenhouse and landscape beyond.
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Photographs by @msap_photo
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A couple of drawings from our recent Country Garden House project. The ground floor plan was carefully reconfigured to show an expanded kitchen and new dining space, enclosed by glass and Northamptonshire stone. The materials and details of the new extension create a gentle transition between the garden and the existing building fabric, drawing nature into the interior and bringing additional light into the spaces.
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Photography by @msap_photo
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A few close-up shots highlighting the variety of exterior materials and details used across the contemporary farmhouse project. The materials have been chosen not only to match the local agricultural vernacular but also for their longterm weathering qualities across the lifespan of the house. If you would like to see some additional information about the building, the project is now available to view on the selected work page on our website.
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Photographs by @msap_photo
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The full height entrance hall creates a focal point at the centre of the contemporary farmhouse. Supported by two exposed masonry walls, a bridge formed from solid oak beams connects the principal bedroom and ensuite with the rest of the first floor, creating elevated views of the landscape to the West and East of the building. The staircase and banister details have been carefully crafted from solid oak by @coachhousejoinery .
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Photographs by @msap_photo
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A series of images showcasing the drawing room, kitchen, snug and flower room at our contemporary farmhouse project. Each space frames views out to the garden and into the sweeping landscape beyond. The kitchen was thoughtfully designed by @buhr.
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Photographs by @msap_photo
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A selection of exterior shots of our modern farm house project in North Hertfordshire. Taking full advantage of the spectacular views, the building has been broken down into a main house and three separate outbuildings. Each portion has been detailed differently and use recognisable, simple materials that draw on the local residential and agricultural vernacular allowing it to embed itself carefully into the landscape. Over the next week or so we will be posting more photographs of the interior of the project and smaller details so keep your eyes peeled!
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Photographs by @msap_photo
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