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Found Associates, as residential architect, designed this contextual country house consisting of a restored and updated gamekeeper’s cottage and an innovative series of fresh, inter-connected pavilions tucked into the landscape immediately behind it. Together, they form an inviting rural escape set within a secret valley on the edge of the Cotswolds, surrounded by woodland.   These architectural elements are skillfully integrated into the natural environment behind, creating an enchanting rural resort that is situated in a secluded valley on the edge of the Cotswolds, surrounded by lush greenery.  
The original Grade II listed cottage – dating from the 18th century – remains an integral part of the property, chiefly used by visiting family and friends. The combination of three single-storey pavilions dramatically extends the available living space, with an open plan living area to one side, bedrooms to the other and a linking zone at the centre.    
Richard’s RIBA Award-winning extension did little to upset that harmony, being a stealthy flanking of the cottage, with swathes of local stone and glazing serving to at once pronounce the period vernacular while also being of minimal visual impact.
These new-build elements offer a striking contrast between the mass of concrete and local stone used in their construction and expanses of glass that frame select views of the landscape and open onto adjoining terraces. A planted green roof over the pavilions softens the impact of the new structures upon the landscape.
Inside, the extension is unapologetically modern and minimalist. An entire pavilion is devoted to an enormous open plan kitchen, dining and living space. The polished concrete floors and ceilings, white plastered walls and discrete recessed lighting are designed to focus your attention on the main attractions: the spectacular views outside, seen through the floor-to-ceiling glass curtain wall, and the equally spectacular fireplace inside, large enough to roast a herd of pigs.
The extension also houses four bedrooms, two of which are ensuite, with another two bedrooms in the cottage, all furnished in a sleek, restrained style. A perfect setting to contemplate the beauty of nature, enhanced by clever architecture.
The house won a RIBA National Award and was nominated for the Manser Medal.
总坪图 / Site Plan ©Found Associates
自1997年由理查德·福恩（Richard Found）创立，总部位于伦敦苏荷区的Found建筑事务所，已成为一家在业界具有广泛影响力的建筑和室内设计公司，其项目覆盖全球，种类多样。该事务所因其对当代建筑的深入思考和独到创新而备受赞誉，其设计理念着重于定制化解决方案，并充分考虑建筑与环境的和谐共生。Found建筑事务所为客户提供以建筑和室内设计为核心的全方位服务，从概念设计、规划到项目完工，每一个阶段都细致入微，同时严格把控预算和进度。 Established by Richard Found in 1997 and based in Soho, London, Found is a leading architecture and interior design practice with a diverse and international range of projects. The practice is widely recognised for its thoughtful and innovative approach to contemporary architecture, with an emphasis upon bespoke solutions and considered, contextual designs.Found Associates offers a client focused architectural and interiors service, covering all aspects of the design and build process from concepts to planning to completion, with respect for both budget and timeframe. 推 荐 案 例
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