Newhaven House and Studio
Refurbishment and extension of a traditional Edwardian stone home in the Newhaven Conservation Area, with the addition of a new garden studio.
The main house is carefully reconfigured to suit modern family life. On the ground floor, small rooms are opened up to form a generous kitchen and dining space that connects directly to the garden. New rooflights and a pair of garden-facing doors bring daylight deep into the plan, while circulation is simplified to create a calm and functional layout. Upstairs, bathrooms are rationalised and services upgraded to improve comfort and efficiency.
Targeted fabric upgrades improve energy performance. Slimline double-glazed windows are installed in styles appropriate to the conservation area, while natural insulation, underfloor heating and a ground source heat pump reduce energy demand and support a low-carbon future. Essential repairs to roof, chimneys and rainwater goods ensure the building’s long-term integrity.
At the end of the garden, the former garage is transformed into an artist’s studio with an adjoining sauna. Conceived as a timber-clad pavilion with a hipped zinc roof and generous overhangs, it offers both a bright workspace and a secluded retreat. Rainwater is allowed to disperse directly from the eaves, creating a subtle seasonal water feature and reinforcing the sense of connection to the garden.
Sectors: Residential, Conservation, Interiors