Retrofitting a Barn Conversion
Pye Barn in Oxfordshire was originally converted into a dwelling in 1935. The design undertaken by architect John Pym, was the subject of a…
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Barn Conversions : Retiring to the Milking Shed
What are the options available for defunct barns and outbuildings? A typical farm will consist of a farmhouse, either ancient or a newer replacement,…
What kind of Barn is it?
Aisled and non-aisled timber framed barns, masonry and ‘Dutch’ barns. Across the rural landscape, barns can be seen in many shapes and sizes. Despite…
The Social Status of Domestic Kitchens
The hearth has always been regarded as the heart of the home, to paraphrase Frank Lloyd Wright. The hearth was where people gathered on…
Hints for Home Builders: Entrances
The sequence of spaces leading to an entrance requires as much careful consideration as those spaces internally. The entrance defines a sense of belonging,…
Hints for Home Builders: Learning from Rural Dwellings – Windows
The ideal home will embrace its historical context, yet be an emblem of its own time. Developments away from towns are characterised by buildings…