This conservation and renovation project was the second for our clients at Stuckgowan Estate in Loch lomond and was featured in Scotland on Sunday. Being B Listed in the National Park by a Site of Special Scientific Interest meant honouring the quality of the location and habitat was of paramount importance.
An ancient culvert running underneath the site, the lack of any services and the client’s plan to be energy and water self sufficient gave us a serious technical challenge.
Having acquired, planning consent, listed building consent and building warrant, we built glazed extensions, renovated the existing structure and created a luxury 7 bed retreat by Ben Lomond. This is a place for people to connect with nature and family. A hot tub, integrated sound, glazed house extensions, a gem of a coach house renovation and glazed walkways focus on gathering spaces in the courtyard and walled garden. Our client has created a truly remarkable retreat. You can even book it for your family.
With kids grown up and the existing house damp and in disrepair, our clients had a bold vision for a new build house for their retirement in Laurencekirk.
With a sketch plan, a love of Scandinavian design and a brief to be energy self sufficient, they entrusted us to realise their dream.
We designed the first A++ energy rated building the Building control officer had seen, using super insulation (ICF), ground source heat pump, heat recovery, triple glazing, underfloor heating throughout and Solar PV panels .
The design is delicately composed and understated. Black zinc, larch cladding and render are used to give a contemporary feel whilst merging dormers with the roof. Triple glazed windows soar to the eaves giving a tangible feeling of light, space and connection with the rolling landscape and sky beyond. Views to the Cairngorms on a bright snowy day are breathtaking.
“the Keith Lodge development, being set back from Cameron Street, has developed into a bit of a community with the residents looking out for one another. Friendly and approachable, generally Keith Lodge is a quiet, peaceful place to live”
The first of several projects completed for Aberdeen developer Stuff N Stuff ltd. This project challenged us in every direction with an ambitious brief for the C listed Manor in the Conservation Area. Renovation, new build and extension of a community asset was never going to be easy. Planning however, was approved by committee following our presentation.
Following close dialogue with planning, we developed a 12 unit socially inclusive flatted development re-using the Victorian Manor. The 1, 2 and 3 bedroom units are low energy, using super insulation and solar PV panels.
The extension and new build elements are designed around the creation of three communal courtyards of varying intimacy. These allow the residents the opportunity to meet, play and relax in a friendly socially geared place where community and families can grow together. The arrangement of the blocks help break down the mass and scale, allowing a dialogue with the old and new buildings in a quiet way, without annoying the neighbours.
Our clients have a young family and outlined their need for a SUPER ECO HOUSE that tackles the challenges of a steeply sloping, North facing forested site.
Birch Haven is conceived as a sympathetic, low impact, vernacular inspired contemporary dwelling. Comfortably nestled in a natural tree enclave, the dwelling is sited to allow maximum dappled light into the kitchen which is conceived as the heart of the home. This space central to living, cooking and socialising activities.
Here, more light can fill the double height void space to overcome the natural shade of the site. This reduces need for artificial lighting and maximises solar gain. Openings have been limited on the North elevation to retain heat.
The half cut section allows a carport under the main body of the house which eliminates the introduction of a second garage building. The retaining wall bleeds into and connects the house with the landscape. Cut and site removal is minimised by stepping the section. This reduces excavation and site scarring. Siting the dwelling to the West of the site frames, celebrates and protects the stunning ancient Sweet Chestnut tree on site, preserving and framing the tree for future generations.
Zero carbon living! Integrated technologies will ensure our house proposal will be sending energy back to the grid.
Sitting modestly on the brow of the hill, this 4 bed house with roof terrace is understated in black metal cladding and natural stone.
The home will provide lifetime living for the owners with minimal running costs. The materials used are also very low maintence. The images show the design development of this Low Energy ECO House from first sketches to full renders.
Our first project completed with Stuckgowan Estates at Loch Lomond and what a beauty! Following our design and renovation ’The lady of the Loch’ has featured in Cosmopolitan Magazine and The Scotsman.
This total renovation with significant extension adds more storage, smart home technology, garage space and new social external terrace with a hot tub overlooking the stunning Ben and Loch Lomond.
Stuckgowan House is a unique example of a Tudor-Gothic home circa 1820. The visual properties and impact of the existing A listed House are so unique and striking we had to touch lightly. By burying the new elements in the landscape we limited the visual impact whilst celebrating the quality of the original. New access allows freedom of movement between the inside of the House and the magnificent views offered up on the terrace.
Smart home technologies, estate biomass heating and the hot tub on the terrace ensure this unique period home will be preserved with modern comforts for generations to come. You can even rent it for a large family holiday!
A mixed use residential and retail scheme by the canal way in Leeds. Sustainability is considered and integrated within the design process. A carbon neutral design utilising solar panels, trombe wall and roof mounted air source heat pumps . The design intention to create a landmark on the canal and a socially inclusive development.
Working from home for this business owner based in Glasgow’s West End was proving difficult whilst accommodating family life. Extension, remodelling, new build workshop and office ensured our client can now manage work and family life in elegant balance with the new spaces designed to create a physical separation of both.
The striking monotone palette compliments the existing property beautifully whilst making a bold and progressive statement, reflective of our client’s ambition.
Built in the 1860’s, Westyerclyde view would have originally housed a wealthy merchant family. The original period detailing is of the highest standard. Sadly, however, by 2015 this house was in a bad way.
A total, design and build, interior and exterior renovation and repair has brought this property into the 21st century with a flourish. Commanding stunning views over the Clyde and Highlands this property will sing a beautiful song for many years to come.
A State of the art Secondary School in Aberdeen. AXN provided Executive Architects services for VA Arkitektar over 18mths with the design finalisation, construction detailing, service coordination and fire strategy detailing at this state of the art facility.
Long term connections were formed with our talented Icelandic collaborators, furthering our understanding of social placemaking and construction detailing.
A proposal for a beautiful B Listed Building Church refurbishment, alteration and extension to 9 dwellings and 3 new build houses.
Efficient planning of the Church interior in close dialogue with Planning, and Historic Scotland coupled with cost effective contemporary new build house designs create a socially inclusive environment. An exclusive and elegant proposal set into the rolling Kilcreggan hillside.
On an ancient forested estate in Ayrshire, we worked closely with engineers, planning consultants and quantity surveyors to design a new , socially and environmentally conscious place.
At the heart of our Masterplan lies a mini town centre to provide necessary amenity. New connections are forged with existing infrastructure . Streets are designed to create variety and place going beyond the ‘Designing Streets ‘ guidance. Inspiration drawn from nature, the design places the individual on an equal footing with the social collective.
The original house was designed by famous Aberdonian Architect Scott Sutherland for his mother, so we had to deliver a sensitive solution. Our repeat client called for a refurbishment and new build house extension project to compliment the existing building. We designed to maximise the feeling of space, light and luxury whilst bringing the family together.
We provided a one and a half storey extension, broken visually from the existing house. An over-scaled dormer in the form of a zinc window surround references the dormers of the existing dwelling, creating usable space in the same way, however expressed in a modern way. Old meets a playful new.
A modern renovation and house extension of a Grade-C listed cottage. We reconfigured the building and added a dynamic multipurpose folding roof, entrance shelter and wall. Creating identity and unity in the design. The warm materials complimenting the cold whitewashed walls of the existing dwelling. The narrow plan design solution opened up the interior spaces to provide a multi-functional space that could be intimate when necessary.
A B listed walled garden and barn renovation including 5 bedrooms and a striking walled garden extension. Planning and building warrant approved.
Sustainable features include estate biomass heating and super insulation. The design seeks to connect with the forest whilst allowing light filled, luxurious family spaces to access the walled garden directly. Ideal for contemplation, relaxation and connection with family.
A minimal design for a super cost effective, zero carbon, energy producing Eco House.
Proposed technology:
Solar PV panels
M.H.V.R.
Ground Source Heat Pump
Underfloor heating
Super Insulation
Intelligent B.I.M.
Whole House Data/ Integrated AV
Voice controlled.
A refurbishment and extension of a Victorian home in Clarkston, Glasgow. Our proposal to remodel and extend this Victorian property was designed to reinvigorate and reconnect family life. Sustainable materials have been used throughout to promote social and environmental sustainability within the home. The roof soars as a wing to the great expanse of the countryside offering shelter , shade and defines an external space for socialising.
Zero Carbon living at dusk!
This Ecohouse proposal, that’s fully loaded with integrated sustainable technologies will be built using timber, stone and Zinc .
The House will settle beautifully in the conservation area.
Shown are the final renders and some early massing studies
We conducted a range of eight Feasibility, Viability and Land Value Assessments in dialogue with the planners, a planning consultant and a quantity surveyor for our client.
Whilst we could not find a viable solution to unlock the potential of this site for our client, ultimately we all decided an opportunity to pass on. Even with thorough investigation and lateral thinking, sometimes undertaking due diligence to avoid expensive errors is well worth the investment.
A State of the art Primary School. AXN provided Executive Architects services for VA Arkitektar over 18mths with the design finalisation, construction detailing, service coordination and fire strategy detailing at this state of the art facility.
Long term connections were formed with our talented Icelandic collaborators, furthering our understanding of social placemaking and construction detailing.
MUFC were looking to increase their capacity to provide 5 a-side and 7 a-side training and playing facilities. AXN in liaison with the Q.S. and Engineering team prepared detailed and thorough viability and project appraisals to accompany the stage 1 and stage 2 funding applications.
A listed monument design concept including cinema, transport and entertainment hub. Designed to revitalise the celebrated Alexander Greek Thomson Church on Cathcart Road, Glasgow.
