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It was time for them to embark on a labour of love to design and build a traditional farmhouse to blend in with its surroundings, with a high spec finish and gadgetry more akin to a James Bond hideaway
difference. This stunning, newly constructed home is built to Passivhaus standards and deliv- ers a unique living experience for its owners and their family. Unusually, the family farm did not have an
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existing dwelling but Paul and Maria Richardson had always outlined the perfect spot for a home, overlooking a protected nature reserve, yet adjacent to the farm buildings so they could remain close to the family business. Finally, it was time for them to embark on a labour of love to design and build a traditional farmhouse to blend in with its surroundings, with a high spec finish and gadgetry more akin to a James Bond hideaway.
estled in the heart of the rolling Cambridgeshire countryside lies a traditional looking farmhouse – with a
Passivhaus design
The design process was a detailed affair working closely with their architect, Tim Christy, who empathised with their focus for the build, and their desire for a practical yet high-specifi- cation home suitable for their family needs. “We always wished our new home to be a
modern take on a traditional working family farmhouse, allowing two sets of family to enjoy the home yet maintain their own privacy,” says Paul Richardson. “Additionally it had to be high quality, low maintenance, with high energy efficiency, yet take the opportunities modern architecture, design and materials offer in creating an exceptional living space.” Various methods of construction were considered; traditional timber frame, Sips panel
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HIGH POINT “Every day we pinch
ourselves about living in this amazing home. It’s
not just down to the views or how it is finished, but how its very construction has allowed us to enjoy healthier and more comfortable lives.”
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