Forest Dwelling
Nestled within a 5 acre woodland site with delightful mature gardens in Hampshire.
The site is approached from a private lane leading down through steeply wooded slopes.
For some years, the family had retained a single story timber clad house constructed in circa 1920 – the property required extensive repairs and hence a replacement house was required to serve the future needs of the family.
The new house was to be of a contemporary design using timber cladding relieved with brickwork and large glazed openings to create a harmonious link with the surroundings.
The strong lines of the house has provided some amazing views of the elevations set within the woodland slopes and landscape beyond.
The 2 story accommodation comprises of the entrance hall, kitchen & family room, living room, study, utility room, 2 bedrooms, ensuite and family bathroom; stairs rise to a bedroom & ensuite, master bedroom, ensuite & dressing room leading a first floor balcony.
The external finishes comprise of a natural slate roof over soft toned concrete bricks with Frake Platowood Timber Cladding from sustainable sources.
Architectural doors and windows were provided from L2i website and Velfac and finished in a soft grey finish.
Architectural doors and windows were provided from L2i website and Velfac and finished in a soft grey finish. Underfloor heating, radiators and hot water were heated by ASHP together with mechanical heat recovery throughout the property; electrical lighting provided by low energy LED fitments and switch fitments supplied by Schneider.
