On the edge of Te Rae Kura (The Red Glowing Headland), HMOA's design for this new beach house in Redcliffs rises from a solid base, a measure of fortification from an impending tidal landscape. The sculptural nature of the exterior form underlines the tension of being at the junction of land and sea, and it breaks the overall scale of the two-level form. An entry courtyard carved out to provide shelter from the easterly also provides glimpses to the estuary view beyond. External cladding materials, a combination of stainless steel and larch, have been chosen to withstand the elements and patina over time to respect this unique setting.

We were approached by our client to transform extend their existing modest farm house in rural Cheshire. Working within tight planning constraints in Greenbelt, we were able to maximise the potential of the building, working closely with the local authority planning department. The scheme maintains the traditional aesthetic of the original, locally listed building, using modern construction methods. The house benefits from extensive newly landscaped grounds to compliment the new open plan living spaces.

Great textures and details found all over the home, changing at night to a beautifully lit and inviting space

Eco Vision Homes

Complete refurbishment of the ground and first floors to create a beautiful family home. Interior designed by Judy Turner Design. All photos by William Eckersley.

Design by SAOTA Architects in Association TKD Architects Engineers Acor Consultants

Hallway www.johnevansdesign.com (Photographed by Billy Bolton)

Louise Roche - @villastyling

Daniel Koh

Particolare della facciata. Le arcate interrotte strutturano anche gli spazi interni e li prolungano nel retrostante giardino. Foto: Giovanni Scopece

Corrado Piccoli

We had worked with the client, a self builder on speculative development projects in the past. When the chance arose to help him create a new home for his own family overlooking Poole Harbour we were delighted to help. The house uses a contemporary language under a deep traditional roof which allowed us to gain permission for a modern, 4 bedroom, 2 storey home on a site surrounded by bungalows. The generosity of glazing floods the accommodation with light and allows superb views into the harbour. Efficient and intelligent use of all the space available allowed us to transform a tight bungalow on a cramped, sloping plot into a spacious house with beautiful roomy gardens.

ROCOCO

photographie JULIEN CLAPOT architecte Arba/architecture interieure Marguerite Bouvier architecteJean-Batiste barache et Slihem Lamine