Angus Steading
Proposals for the conversion and refurbishment of a dilapidated steading in Angus.
Prepared for a commercial property developer, the proposal creates three studio apartments, as holiday accommodation, with respectful ‘light touch’ interventions within the shell of the existing building.
Natural materials are proposed throughout, with a new slate roof supported by timber scissor trusses, new rough-sawn timber flooring, clay plaster wall finishes, and existing rubble stone walls exposed internally where possible.
Behind the scenes, natural materials are also proposed, including sheep’s wool insulation to thermally upgrade the existing walls, and wood fibre insulation to the roof, with vapour permeable membranes so that the building is able to breathe.
Each studio apartment is provided with timber framed windows in new openings that are positioned to capture the scenic views of the area, and a sheltered outside dining area, from which to enjoy the rolling landscape beyond.
Sectors: Residential, Commercial