Studio DC Architects have negotiated complex National Park Planning restrictions to obtain permission for this contemporary conversion and extension of a historic stone ‘Field Barn’ into a modern 5 bedroomed family house in the beautiful Peak District.

The open plan nature of this archeologically important barn will be retained by creating a double height kitchen / dining area in the heart of the house with further living areas on a mezzanine floor above. The long building is extended deep into a steep bank to the rear adding a further 3 bedrooms in and L-shaped plan greatly expanding the available floor space. The new extension will read as a drystone wall nestling in the landscape.

Internal finishes add a contemporary industrial twist whilst complementing the existing building fabric. Creative bespoke joinery will be used throughout, making the most of the clients profession as a Tree Surgeon and the available locally sourced timber. The house is insulated and sealed to Passivhaus standards of insulation and airtightness to minimise energy use and Photovoltaic solar panels are integrated into the roof design. A mechanical ventilation system with heat recovery (MVHR) is used to service the house efficiently. Construction has commenced on site and is being run as a ‘self-build’ project using local specialist trades.