The Old Water Tower.

A field with a house in the background
 

Passivhaus home with stunning views.

Shortlisted, RIBA Awards 2016 // Commended, RICS Awards 2016 // Shortlisted, Passivhaus Awards 2016 // Shortlisted, Sunday Times British Homes Awards 2016 // Shortlisted, Structural Timber Awards 2016.

The Old Water Tower design echoes the local vernacular, hinting at local barns and other farm buildings. The site previously housed a utility building, which was demolished to build The Old Water Tower and gave the home its name. A small plot at the end of a short lane, behind a row of houses, the design rose to meet these challenges.

A black wood clad house with glass door
A rocking chair in front of a large window overlooking a ploughed filed
Close up of a black house with warm glow coming from the windows
 
 
A living room with a contemporary sofa and artwork on white walls
 
 
A close up of an opened front door on a black wooden clad house. A man in a yellow hoodie with beard and glasses is walking in the background