Two Lifetime Homes
Two lifetime homes created from a conversion of a church hall. By taking a chunk out of the hall, we created a courtyard which connects the living spaces to outside space, and brings light into the depth of the plans.
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Enabling the client’s intent :
The client for the project was very pro-active in the design process, and very hands on in the build process, where she managed all the trades, and was involved in parts of the construction, including scorching all the burnt larch for the cladding herself (and really beautifully!).
This project was to convert a church hall, which had been a much loved nursery her family had run, into a compact accessible living space, and a larger accessible lifetime home.
The project is sustainable, in the decision to re-use an existing building which was no longer suitable for its purpose, in its choice of building materials, and just as importantly, in its inclusive, accessible nature. With a ramped entrance to get to a level ground floor with a main bedroom, wet room, and living and kitchen space, as well as a small snug / second bedroom. The roof space has been converted into a third bedroom and wet room. The accessible concept makes it a lifetime home for anyone.
2024 Architects Journal Retrofit Award - Shortlisted
2022 Borders Design Awards - Commendation, Existing Building Conversion
2021 Saltire Society Housing Design Awards - Shortlisted, Conversion
2020 Edinburgh Architectural Association Awards - Winner, Small Projects
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