Larry's Cottage

Construction of a sustainable contemporary family home in Rothiemay is now completed. The proposal included the restoration and extension of a traditional lime and stone cottage situated in beautiful countryside and sheltered by mature trees.

The redundant croft building sits within a sloping site and the extension sits sympathetically within the landscape. Natural materials including Scottish Larch cladding, natural stone and render are used throughout the design and heating is provided by a ground source heat pump. The design aims to retain the character of the cottage while creating new accommodation in the rural tradition.

The proposal saves this idyllic building which has been restored with lime render and lime wash. An arrangement of buildings has been created around a sheltered courtyard form; the extension has been positioned to the South of the existing cottage and a glazed link helps to clearly distinguish between old and new whilst retaining the character of the existing cottage.