Facade renewal, extension and internal remodelling of a detached 1930s house in Prestbury, Cheshire. Set against a towering backdrop of mature pine trees, the house was previously unsympathetically extended in the 1990s. It has been transformed with a new, highly insulated facade and single storey wrap-around extension.

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While it is a bold and modern design it is built of materials which have been carefully selected to harmonise with the textures and colours typically found in Prestbury.

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White handmade brickwork with flush pale mortar creates an elegant and un-cluttered facade. Deep articulated openings provide contrast and lend the new frontage a sculptural monolithic quality. It suggests a large solid mass which has been deeply carved. Shadows are thrown onto the pale canvas of the face of the building, creating interest and drama.

The whole is a building which will stand strong and serene in a stunning woodland setting.

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A full interior fit-out was also undertaken, working with local craftspeople and suppliers. The ground floor includes a bespoke kitchen, utility, pantry, and boot room with hand-made joinery. At first floor level, the bedrooms and bathrooms have been renewed and also feature bespoke built-in joinery elements.

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Throughout the interior, a pared-back palette of materials, neutral decoration and subtle lighting details give an elegant and calm atmosphere, resonating with the exterior architecture.

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The external works include a sunken seating area, terraced patio and brick planters filled with ornamental pine trees, which integrate the house into the landscape.