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COUNTRYSIDE DREAM WINS RARE DESIGN EXCELLENCE


“The key to success was the client's willingness to embrace the collaborative process required


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The design narrative spins around an intriguing hilltop fort ‘lookout’ archetype, effortlessly marrying glazed elevations and local stone cladding with a green roof. The project, set to kick-start onsite this year, encapsulates the epitome of design excellence commanded by the high bar of Paragraph 80, stipulated by National Planning Policy Framework.


In the heart of the picturesque setting of Howle Hill near Ross on Wye, a new landmark is soon to grace the sprawling green landscapes. The brainchild of Architect Garry Thomas from Herefordshire, this project has recently triumphed in securing hard-won planning approval under the demanding Paragraph 80 policy, becoming one of the rare 138 homes in the UK to achieve this feat.


This unique single-storey dwelling, poised to embrace the panoramic beauty of Herefordshire, promises distant views stretching Northeast across the Malvern Hills, the Brecon Beacons to the West, South to Sugar Loaf Mountain, and Clee Hill in the North.


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Taking 2.5 years to go through the planning system, Garry’s mastery in manoeuvring the intricate maze of Paragraph 80 policy has been a cornerstone in turning this vision into a reality. The policy, which advocates for exceptional quality in design and a harmonious dialogue with the rural setting, found a resonating chord with the ethos of his company, Thomas Studio. His adept understanding and navigation of the policy's criteria, coupled with an insightful design review process, were pivotal in securing the green light for this countryside jewel.


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