Banchory longhouse ushers in a new era of farming
February 6 2025
A family have presented plans for a farmhouse and detached shed on rough grazing land at Knockhill Farm, three miles south of Banchory, Aberdeenshire.
Situated 500m from the existing farmhouse the longhouse-style property has been designed by Fiddes Architects with the dual purpose of monitoring livestock. Built 500m from the existing farmhouse for retirement succession the property is considered essential for the ongoing viability of farm operations.
In a design statement, the architects wrote: "The linear plan provides all necessary accommodation and living space and provide a strong relationship to the sites south westerly aspect whilst keeping the building footprint to a minimum."
Finished in stonepanel, timber and corrugated cladding the dwelling is accessed by a sheltered entrance and vaulted stairway with a large open plan living area making the most of elevated views.
An existing dry-stone wall will be retained
The home will make the most of its south westerly aspect
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