Sunflower Cottage
A simple palette of zinc, Cotswold stone and oak has transformed this 1800s cottage into a light-filled series of spaces that fully embrace the tranquil setting and wonderful gardens.
Gloucestershire, 2019
Set in the Lechlade Conservation Area, the fully-glazed extensions provide a contemporary contrast with the original cottage's fabric, while not overpowering the existing proportion or feel. By utilising the linear plot's orientation, the new kitchen enjoys morning and afternoon sunlight while the rear extension provides the backdrop to a terrace that embraces the evening sunsets.
Upstairs, period roofing structures and timber detailing have been lovingly restored and celebrated in the newly-vaulted master bedroom, with the existing staircase being re-worked to maximise the sense of space and openness in the remodelled hallway and landing.
Projecting eaves create natural 'brise soleil' to ensure that the internal spaces maintain a consistent temperature, while framing the private gardens to front and rear of the property.
Location: Lechlade, Gloucestershire
Client: Private domestic
Design Team: Matthew Clay, Jack Jarrett, Morcom Design Workshop Ltd
Main Contractor: TGM Construction Ltd
Thank you, Matthew Clay Architects - we certainly have an amazing place to live in now!
Jo and Paul