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The Makers Barn

The conversion of abandoned agricultural pig sheds in to a holiday retreat. The Makers Barn includes both dramatic and welcoming light-filled spaces. A place of stillness and calm with a connection to nature – it’s an escape from the city.

We designed it as a single, open & interconnected space with unique vantage points that provide glimpses between the kitchen, living and bedroom areas. Guests can relax whilst enjoying framed views of the hills through the new glazed timber sliding doors. Custom-designed timber cabinetry including a new kitchen, a secret WC and bedroom wardrobe separate the different areas.

Key design features include a prominent central chimney made from board-formed concrete, thick plastered walls, timber columns and a larch timber-clad roof. Our contemporary interpretation pays homage to the local architectural style – drawing inspiration from thatched Tudor cottages that have visually heavy roofs, pronounced chimneys and wattle and daub walls in between a distinct timber structure.

Internally we placed an emphasis on crafted, organic materials with earthy tones borrowed from nature – including clay-plastered walls and ceilings, end grain flooring and English elm joinery. We styled with pieces from skilled artisans and makers.

 

2023
Architecture, Interiors, Furniture
Area M2 70

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1. THE MAKERS BARN – cut grass paths and wildflower beds
2. BARN AND WILDFLOWER GARDEN
3. LIVING AREA – frameless corner window

4. THE LIVING AREA

5. THE KITCHEN

6. BEDROOM

HUTCH design played a multifaceted role, our full service included architectural alterations, interior design as well as sourcing furniture, sculptures and lighting —departing from the conventional separation of these roles.

This comprehensive approach reflects our deep expertise and the rare ability to offer a holistic design service from start through to completion for our clients.

Signature design pieces including:

5. JACOB ALEXANDER JOINERY 
Elm kitchen and metal hanging rack

6. ERCOL BED
Pale oak turned spindles and By Mölle natural linens

7. PINCH PENDANT
Handmade in plant fibre

 

7. CONCRETE FIREPLACE


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8. KITCHEN – end-grain flooring
9. THE MAKERS BARN – wildflower gardens
10. BATHROOM – concrete shower & sunken bath

11. MASTER BEDROOM

12.BEDROOM DRESSER

13. THE BARNS

14. VIEW OF THE HILLS

PROJECT TEAM
Structural Engineer: EJG Engineers
Photography by Helen Cathcart
Videography by Wilson Archer
Styling with Sarah Birks

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