CATEGORY WINNERS
CHALK HOUSE DITCHLING
The demolition of dilapidated agricultural buildings for the construction of a family home and planning for a new vineyard on the adjacent fields. The aim was to create a series of buildings that would resemble an organic collection of agricultural structures, which would fit seamlessly into the context of the surrounding landscape.
Submitted by: Ben and Sam Ellis, Owners
Architect: Lap Chan, Morgan Carn, Brighton www.morgancarn.com
CONVERSION AND INTERNAL ALTERATIONS TO GRADE II MILL WEST SUSSEX
Operating as a working mill until 1941, it fell into disrepair and the remaining windmill was removed in 1955. The brief was to improve the functionality of the property as a contemporary family home while conserving and highlighting both the historic fabric of the building and its industrial heritage.
Submitted by: Jane Jones-Warner Associates LLP, Chichester www.janejoneswarner.com
Architect: Jane Jones-Warner Associates LLP
Contractors: Lucking Bros Ltd, Petworth
Craftsmen: Seth Evans Joinery, Worthing
Structural Engineer: Martin Kirby Associates, Winchester
HOVE HOUSE, HOVE
The brief was to create a spacious yet modest home for a family, using the swimming pool as the nucleus of the proposal. The new house is a series of simple brick forms, largely single storey, with mono-pitch wildlife flower-covered roofs, spiralling around the existing pool which was completely revamped.
Submitted by: Baobab Developments, Brighton www.baobabdevelopments.com
Architect: Turner Works, London. turner.works
Site Manager: Tommy Copper, details on request
Main Contractors: The Magnificent Works Co, Brighton
Other: Grove Gardens (Landscaping), Brighton www.grovegardens.co.uk | Nicholas Dexter Studio (Landscape Design), Brighton. www.nicholasdexter.com
PARSONAGE FARM, KIRDFORD
The brief was to restore a listed Sussex barn dating back to the 18th-century. The barn had been adapted over time but contained most of the original timbers, therefore the exterior was virtually unchanged. It is now used for large gatherings including as a tearoom for the National Garden Scheme.
Submitted by: Nicholls Countryside Construction, Kirdford www.nichollsltd.com
Architect: James Wells Architects, Chichester www.jameswellsarchitects.co.uk
Contractors: Nicholls Countryside Construction
RINGMER PASSIVHAUS, RINGMER
A new build dwelling, replacing a redundant asbestos dairy barn. The three-bedroom house is formed from a structurally insulated panel system frame which stands on an insulated raft, ensuring a thermal bridge free construction. The walls and roof are clad in Siberian Larch, with feature galvanised steel verges and rainwater downpipes completing the detailing.
Submitted by: Hazle McCormack Young LLP, Tunbridge Wells www.hmy.uk.com
Architect: James Galpin, Hazle McCormack Young LLP
Contractors: Nigel Jeffery, Rexstone Builders, Framfield www.rexstonebuilders.co.uk
ST JOHN’S STREET, CHICHESTER
A late 19th to early 20th-century semi-detached, five-storey town house, sitting within the conservation area of Chichester. The project included a small fully glazed extension over a coal hole and full refurbishment from third floor to the basement.
Submitted by: fiftypointeight Architecture + Interiors, Chichester www.fiftypointeight.co.uk
Architect: fiftypointeight Architecture + Interiors
Contractors: Viv Myskow
Other: Leadcraft (zinc), Hook www.leadcraft.net | Maxlight (Aluminium Glazing), London www.maxlight.co.uk | Sycamore Joinery (Timber Sash Windows), Chichester www.sycamorejoinery.com
THE GRANGE, SLINDON
A Grade II listed village house with imposing stuccoed Georgian façade, which required renovation to the fabric and structure of the property. The South wing was extended to form a new double-height library and garage/annexe. The original garage was converted into a study. The design was inspired by historical images of an earlier dairy complex.
Submitted by: Victoria Holland Architecture Ltd, Burpham www.victoriaholland.co.uk | RW Armstrong, Chichester www.rwarmstrong.co.uk
Architect: Victoria Holland
Contractors: RW Armstrong
Craftsmen: RGM Joinery Sussex Ltd, Ford www.rgmjoinerysussexltd.co.uk | Fineline Joinery Ltd, Petworth www.fineline-joinery.co.uk | WT Lamb Bricks and Stone, Billingshurst www.lambsbricks.com.
THE MANOR, EAST SUSSEX
A Grade II listed Manor House needing urgent repairs. An Architectural Appraisal advised retaining the double-height of the 15th-century Great Hall, re-roofing, and remodelling/rebuilding of the SE front along with extensive internal works. Repairs included oak roof framing, stonework repairs and wholesale repointing of Greensand Ashlar and Caen surrounds, lime plasterwork and light touch cleaning of oak timbers to achieve true authenticity.
Submitted by: Valley Builders Ltd, East Grinstead www.vbl.co.uk
Architect: Charles Morris, Hoare, Ridge & Morris LLP, Snape Maltings www.hrma.co.uk
Contractors: Valley Builders Ltd
Craftsmen: Cameron Dawson (Master Carpenter), Valley Builders Ltd
Other: Jon Tilley, T.E Tilley Stonemasons, Brighton. www.tilleystonemasons.co.uk
HIGHLY COMMENDED
AMBERLEY PLACE, AMBERLEY
A Grade II listed 18th-century house with the brief to overhaul the property to be suitable for 21st-century living. On joining the project, Robin Nugent Architects, revealed the original fabric of timber frame, wattle and daub panels, resulting in the brief being modified to repair and restore the ancient fabric.
Submitted by: Robin Nugent Architects, Horsham www.robinnugentarchitects.co.uk
Architect: Robin Nugent Architects
Contractors: P W Bennett (Builders and Contractors) Ltd, Bognor Regis
Other: Ian Russell (Structural Engineer), Haslemere | Outstanding Interiors, Weybridge www.interior-designer-surrey.co.uk
BRANDY HOLE LANE, CHICHESTER
The brief was to open up the rear of the property with a large contemporary extension to provide a large kitchen and dining space which had a direct relationship to the rear garden, replacing a poor-quality conservatory.
Submitted by: The Seaman Partnership Ltd (now DLS:ARCH), Chichester
Architect: The Seaman Partnership Ltd (now DLS:ARCH)
Contractors: R Rawlins Ltd, Bognor Regis. www.rrawlins.co.uk
CANDYTUFT, STEYNING
A Grade II listed house with an early 16-century hall, with the aim to rationalise the service runs to minimise the impact within the historic fabric of the building and four major areas of refurbishment including the kitchen, rear hall, first floor landing and ensuite.
Submitted by: Folkes Architects, Storrington www.folkesarchitects.co.uk
Architect: Euan Clark, Folkes Architects
Contractors: D D Penny, Croydon www.ddpennyrefurbishments.co.uk
DRUIM BEACH HOUSE, WINCHELSEA BEACH
Sitting within the Rye Nature Reservation, the project involved the reconfiguration and remodelling of an existing unfinished detached house. The design was to expand and improve the living accommodation and internal layout, whilst maximising the light and open views across the adjacent nature reserve and beyond to the sea.
Submitted by: RX Architects, Rye www.rxarchitects.com
Architect: RX Architects
Contractors: Myriad Construction www.myriadconstruction.co.uk
Craftsmen: Chartwood Design Joinery, Great Chart www.chartwooddesign.com
Structural Engineers: Stephen Evans & Partners, Stonegate www.evans-structures.co.uk
EXTENSION TO LISTED SUSSEX FARMHOUSE
A 17th-century Grade II listed stone-built farmhouse with Horsham slab roofing. Partly replacing a link structure introduced at the turn of this century, the extension was an octagonal in plan to frame views of the walled garden, whilst connecting the existing entrance lobby to the main living space.
Submitted by: Jane Jones-Warner Associates LLP, Chichester www.janejoneswarner.com
Architect: Julian Vallis, Jane Jones-Warner Associates LLP
Contractors: Ivan Boniface, Pulborough
Structural Engineer: Martin Kirby Associates, Winchester
HEYDONS LOFT, GRAFHAM
A replacement dwelling, highly energy efficient, based on the simple premise of two boxes sitting on top of each other. The lower skewed to take advantage of natural views and provide covered access to the front. The upper orientated to reflect the original building line and present a face to the street.
Submitted by: MH Architects Limited, Chichester www.mharchitects.co.uk
Architect: Jonathan Moore, MH Architects Limited
Contractors: TFW Construction Ltd, Chichester
HOVE PARK ROAD, HOVE
The house was an Arts and Crafts style property, with the brief for alterations and additions in particular to the ground floor, which was to be better connected to the garden. Further works included a re-purposing of the former garage to include a wet room and enlargement of the first floor for bedrooms.
Submitted by: DK Architects, Hove www.dk-architects.com
Architect: David Kemp and Clive Williams, DK Architects
Contractors: Jurial Construction Ltd, Worthing www.jurial.co.uk
Craftsman: Peter Woollin (joinery, including kitchen and wardrobes), Workhaus Furniture Ltd, Hove
UPGRADING AND ADDITIONS TO AN EARLY 19TH-CENTURY TOWN HOUSE
The brief of the project was mostly involving the repair of original fabric and the returning of later repairs to original pattern. To achieve this, the use of largely traditional materials and methods were employed, able to replicate original finishes and outcomes. New works and the rear extension also followed traditional methods.
Submitted by: HBA Associates, Lancing www.hbaassociates.com
Surveying Consultant: Neil England, HBA Associates
Contractors: CC Builders (now disbanded) and skilled others where required
Craftsmen: Cliff Bishop | Ron Gray | Andy Hiller | Paul Vincent. Details on request
WESTWAYS, PETWORTH
The former Police Sergeant’s house, built in the 1970s within the remaining parts of the walls of the infamous Petworth House of Correction was an uninspiring collection of dark, cold, small spaces. The brief was to create a contemporary, light-filled, energy efficient space, and provide an entrance which afforded more privacy to the residents, without compromising on natural daylight.
Submitted by: The Goddard Partnership Limited, Bishops Waltham www.thegoddardpartnership.com
Designers: Gary McPhillips and Daisy Holbrook, The Goddard Partnership Limited
Contractors: DPB Contractors www.dpbcontractors.co.uk
Other: Chris Smith, Marbas Structural Engineers, Winchester. www.marbas.co.uk | Doug Johnson, Mesh Energy Consultants, Farnham www.mesh-energy.com