Location Dubwath, Bassenthwaite, Lake District National Park

Type New build house

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Set at the Northern end of Bassenthwaite Lake, this new build home was inspired by its context: slate from the local houses and timber from the surrounding beech forest. The use of local materials allowed for a striking modern design which maximises light and opens up views towards Skiddaw. 

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Sustainability Strategy 

PLACE +++ 

Flood replacement house on brownfield site in protected woodland. Views to Skiddaw and Sale Fell 

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HEALTH ++ 

Natural daylight, mechanical ventilation for high indoor air quality, fully accessible ground floor, bespoke design for particular family circumstances

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ENERGY ++ 

Prefabricated SIPS timber frame. High insulation values for envelope, high performance windows/doors. Excellent airtightness < 3ACH, underfloor heating, air source heat pump

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WATER + 

Rainwater direct to ground for benefit of surrounding trees, aerated taps, low flush toilets

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MATERIALS ++

Timber and natural slate cladding, timber windows and doors, timber floor finishes, non VOC paints and stains

 

EQUITY ++

The project employed local contractor and suppliers, a lifetime home for family adaptable for future needs

 

DESIGN +++

The design reflects the extreme site constraints and opportunities, creating a contemporary vernacular form of two pitched roofed pavilions, clad in natural slate and timber

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