Little Hill

Effective Rationalisation & Extension

An upgrade and striking extension with vaulted glass roof to this 1890’s  farm house in rural Essex, results in a period property with stunning spaces suited for modern living

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What We Propose

Located within the Rural Area beyond the Green Belt, we have given this period property surrounded by rolling fields with stunning views a new lease of life.

Our sensitive approach through rationalisation and new additions transform the inner workings of the house whilst enhancing its external appearance.

The house is a beautiful period property that had been added to time and again, resulting in a disjointed internal layout.

 

  • Location
    Much Hadham, Hertfordshire
  • Size
    450 square meters
  • Status
    Planning Approved October 2022
  • Cost
    Undisclosed

After our evaluation we felt that it was best to remove the later additions that were ‘carving up’ of the original house, and replace with our rationalised design approach that created an open plan ‘super-space’ with stunning connection to the grounds.

Between the existing gables, we proposed a pitched roof of glass, directly above the newly created main living space and the original staircase, creating a dramatic entrance that completely transforms the previously dark and gloomy space with fantastic light and visual of the wider landscape.

Permeable hard landscaping to the immediate area adjacent to the new ground floor extension creates a seamless connection between internal and external spaces.

The purposeful openings to the extension, frame the stunning views to the South and East of the house, allowing the clients to enjoy the full potential of their landscaped garden and setting.

Our design is not only visual it has function, the glazing is positioned to  benefit from solar gains that naturally heat the larger living space created.

Our extensions bring wider benefit than just space, we design to improve energy efficiencies of existing houses.

Little Hill Design Features

  • Integrated extension with with energy improvement
  • Modern open plan living
  • Green roof enhancing the biodiversity
  • Dramatic vaulted roof glazing

The Existing House

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