"Oh my word! This immense cruciform building seems to have kept much of its real self. The timber roof is the original. The old relay switches now operate lights, and yet it's architecture is all modern clarity and order”
"For every successful conversion, though, there's a transformation that doesn't hit the mark: a building stripped of the charm that made it appealing in the first place or designed with an impractical layout"
“To tackle an existing building like this, you have to take a forensic approach to create a piece of architecture within the existing structure. This is a prime example of someone knowing when to stop adding layers”
David Nossiter is a specialist barn conversion architect renowned for transforming historic and contemporary barns into unique, sustainable, modern homes.
With extensive experience in both traditional and steel-framed structures, David offers bespoke architectural solutions tailored to each project’s unique character and context. Whether you’re looking for a barn architect with experience in listed structures or a modern approach, we bring award-winning design to every barn conversion project.
Many older barns are no longer suitable to be viably used as agricultural buildings. The highest quality historic barns are protected with Listing. However, there are many other barns, both traditional and modern that have fallen into disuse. Reusing and converting these buildings is a sustainable way of building. Specialist barn conversion architects understand the complexities of working with these agricultural buildings.
David’s expertise has earned him prestigious awards and recognition, including:
David’s projects and expert advice has also been widely published by both the mainstream and the design press affirming David’s reputation as a notable barn conversion architect, including:
David is familiar with traditional and Listed barns as well as contemporary steel and concrete framed structures.
Solutions are proposed that are individual to each project, whether it be an existing conversion requiring eco-fitting and modernising, such as Pye Barn in Oxfordshire, or a concrete and steel framed barn requiring conversion, such as Spring Water Barn in Kent.
Barn conversions involve unique challenges: structural complexity, heritage restrictions, rural planning policy. David understands how to work within these constraints to unlock your building’s full potential whether this be:
We prioritise low-energy, sustainable solutions in all projects:
The aim to enhance comfort, performance, and longevity reducing your environmental footprint without compromising aesthetics.
David offers services to assist you with:
”What else are you going to do with some concrete stalls? Park your bike here instead of parking your horse”
Featured by Grand Designs, this Suffolk barn showcases cathedral-like space, polished concrete floors, and bespoke architectural detailing. We transformed a derelict structure into a timeless and sustainable home.
Read the full case study here.
David writes regular advice about common barn conversion questions on his blog.
David has also written a free downloadable guide to barn conversions where you can gain insights and guidance.
Feel free to browse some of David’s previous barn conversion projects or click on the images below.
If you are seeking a barn conversion architect or wish to discuss any aspect of converting barns, please get in touch to arrange an initial discussion.
