Swallows

A single-storey rear extension provides much-needed additional living space for a couple with a large family. The barn-style house has been fully modernised: new glazing throughout, solar panels on the roof and an Air Source Heat Pump deliver high energy performance and low running costs - ideal for the clients as they plan for retirement.

The extension creates a garden-facing living area that brings light and connection to the outdoors. The project also adds a bedroom, a family bathroom and an en-suite, so every family member has private space when the house is full. Careful detailing and sympathetic materials preserve the barn character while the sustainable upgrades future-proof the home.