The Courtyard

Overview

Set within the scenic East Ayrshire countryside, we were commissioned to design a contemporary style family home that had minimal visual impact from the road and other local surroundings.

Location

East Ayrshire

Client

Private

Budget

Private

Completion

2022

Our clients’ desire was to create a new purpose-built home in a tranquil, idyllic setting.

The form of the building is split into three distinct parts – two one storey and one two-storey to the rear. Each roof is inspired by traditional rural forms of pitched roofs and a mono-pitch to the rear, opening up towards the south and providing views of the expansive countryside.

The addition of an internal courtyard and the glazing on the rear maximises natural daylight throughout the entire living space.

Materials and finishes

The material palette incorporates materials typical of Scottish rural architecture, such as white render and slate. The black timber cladding offers a contrast to the one storey elements of the design and provides a contemporary feel.

The ICF construction contributes towards an energy-efficient design, alongside the addition of a ground source heat pump.

Outcome

When complete, the proposed house will provide separate dwelling spaces within the curtilage of the house, offering each household member independence and a close support network simultaneously.

As with many of our residential projects, integration with the landscape and maximising natural light was important in ensuring the success of this design.