A Contemporary Country Home for Red House Farm
A sensitive replacement dwelling within the Green Belt.
Set within the rolling landscape surrounding Red House Farm, this project represents a thoughtful reimagining of a rural home in the Green Belt. The scheme replaces an outdated bungalow with a carefully considered, high-quality dwelling that both enhances the site and respects its countryside setting.
From the outset, the ambition was to design a home that reflects the character and heritage of rural architecture while delivering the space, comfort and performance expected of a modern family home. The result is a timeless, Georgian-inspired residence crafted in warm brick, natural stone detailing and steep slate roofs - anchoring the building firmly within its pastoral context.
A Sensitive Approach to Green Belt Development
Replacement dwellings in the Green Belt demand a careful and measured design approach. The proposal achieves this through:
· Maintaining the residential use of the site, replacing a low-quality bungalow with a home that contributes positively to the area's visual character.
· Respecting the scale and massing expected in rural locations, with a design that, though larger than the existing building, remains proportionate and grounded.
· Using high-quality, traditional materials that blend seamlessly with local vernacular architecture.
· Enhancing the immediate landscape, with improved planting and a refined site layout that strengthens the rural setting.
· The new dwelling represents a significant visual upgrade, replacing a tired structure with architecture of permanence, elegance and detail.
A Home Rooted in Craft and Character
The front elevation is defined by its symmetrical composition, steep gable forms and a striking central glazed feature that floods the interior with natural light. Subtle stone accents, carefully proportioned window openings and traditional chimneys create a sense of craftsmanship.
Internally, the plan offers generous living spaces suited to modern family life, balanced with quieter, more intimate rooms that take advantage of the surrounding landscape. Large-format glazing captures views across the fields, ensuring a constant dialogue between the home and its rural setting.
Looking Ahead
The Red House Farm project exemplifies how replacement dwellings in the Green Belt can be delivered sensitively, responsibly and creatively. By combining traditional architectural language with modern performance standards, the design not only revitalises the site but also contributes positively to the rural character of the area.
CGI of proposed dwelling
