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LOOKING GLASS LODGE
GRANGEWOOD, BATTERY HILL, FAIRLIGHT, HASTINGS TN35 4AL
Looking Glass Lodge is a unique woodland retreat and holiday let, set within a natural clearing in the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Shaped by a low-impact, material-driven and sustainable design approach, the lodge is hidden away from view, blending seamlessly into the protected woodland. Built by local craftsmen, the lodge features an intentionally limited palette of natural materials, including the same species of timber on the external cladding and internal lining.
Submitted by: Michael Kendrick Architects. www.michaelkendrick.co.uk
Architect: Michael Kendrick.
Site Managers/Main Contractors: Lindsey and Rik Goodman (Client Self-Build). https://www.lookingglasslodge.co.uk
Sub-Contractors: Ben Rootes Carpentry, details on request | Johnson Bespoke (Joinery). www.johnsonbespoke.co.uk | Arc Fab Sussex (Steel Frame). www.arcfabsussex.co.uk | The Great British Ground Screw Company (Screwpile). www.gbgs.co.uk
Other: Pamela Ewang (Structural Engineer), Momentum. www.momentumengineering.com
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THE GEORGE IN RYE
98 HIGH STREET, RYE TN31 7JT
A historic coaching inn formed from a cluster of interlinked listed buildings in the heart of the ancient citadel, that was subject to a devastating fire in July 2019. The complex restoration project focused on a sustainable design ethos to renovate the existing building fabric combined with salvaged and reused materials. During the restoration the owners took the opportunity to improve the internal layout, flow and the interlinking spaces resulting in a new glazed lobby to the courtyard.
Submitted by: RX Architects Ltd. www.rxarchitects.com
Architect: RX Architects Ltd | Ptolemy Dean (Consulting Heritage Architect). www.ptolemydean.co.uk
Project Manager/Surveyor: Stevenson Project Management Ltd, details on request.
Contractors: Eastbourne Electrical. www.eastbourne-electrical.com | MPR IT (Data). www.mpr-it.co.uk | Grummant (Plumbing & Heating). www.grummant-hps.co.uk | Barwick Bespoke Ltd (Carpentry), details on request.
Craftsmen: Dolmen Conservation (Timber Frame Repairs). www.dolmen-conservation.co.uk | Harbor Design (Courtyard Tables & Benches). www.harbordesigns.co.uk | Signwork. www.signwork.plus.com | Black Forge Art (Hanging Signage). www.blackforgeart.co.uk | Cantilever Bar Systems Ltd. www.cantileverbars.com
Other: James Stephens (Interior Designer), Retrouvius. www.retrouvius.com | Manorwood Construction Ltd (Heritage Consultant). www.manorwood.co.uk | Harwood Building Control. www.harwood.uk.com | CTP Consulting Engineers (Structural Engineer). www.ctp-llp.com | Marian Boswall (Landscape Designer). www.marianboswall.com
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THE WOODCARVERS STUDIO
DUMPFORD LANE, NYEWOOD GU31 5JL
The brief was to design and build a suitable studio space for professional artist and wood sculptor, Alison Crowther. A traditional style timber-framed building was developed for the making of large sculptures, within which there is also a specific carving studio for smaller pieces and a designing area. The outdoor space provides additional working areas, storage of timber stock and also a potential exhibiting space with inspirational views of the downs.
Submitted by: Alison Crowther. www.alisoncrowther.com
Architectural Designer: Mike Rooke, details on request.
Site Managers: Mike Rooke | Andrew McKellar,
A.I. McKellar Ltd. www.aim.works
Contractors: A.I. McKellar Ltd (Groundworks) | R L Workshop Ltd (Internal Carpentry), details on request | Mike Bolton, MKB Joinery Ltd (Window, Door and Shutter Carpentry), details on request | Neil Foundations Systems Ltd (Piling Contractors). www.neilfoundations.co.uk | Ridgeline Roofing Ltd, South Harting.
Craftsmen: Guy Ballard, Master Carpenter (deceased).
Client: Alison Crowther.
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FLIMWELL PARK
HAWKHURST ROAD, FLIMWELL, TICEHURST TN5 7FJ
A new multi-use development built within what was once a brownfield section of an Ancient Woodland 24-hectare site. The site was developed to revive, diversify and sustainably manage the woodland as part of publicly accessible park, growing timber, food and fuel. Workspaces and a restaurant were also created alongside a small cluster of houses and overnight accommodation.
Submitted by: The Architecture Ensemble. www.thearchitectureensemble.com
Architect: Steve Johnson, The Architecture Ensemble.
Site Manager: Matt Blackwell, Regalmain Ltd. www.regalmain.co.uk
Contractors: Combi Construction. www.combipanel.com
Craftsmen: Local skilled craftsmen.
Other: Combipanel (Structural Timber Thermopanels). www.combipanel.com | Two J’s Metalwork (Metal Fabricators). www.twojsmetalwork.co.uk | SLS Fabrications Ltd (Corten Steel Contractors), Hailsham.
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THE LONG MAN INN
THE STREET, WILMINGTON BN26 5SQ
Classified an Asset of Community Value by Wealden District Council and prohibited from being developed into residential, local resident Peter Bridgewater purchased the pub, which required complete restoration, in order to save it for the village.
The building was stripped back to bare brick, re-roofed, fully insulated, re-wired,
re-plumbed and re-plastered. Traditional double-glazed sash windows were fitted throughout as well as underfloor heating, a new commercial kitchen and modern toilets. The rear was extended out to provide four luxurious overnight guest rooms and a self-contained staff flat.
Submitted by: DK Architects Ltd. www.dkarchitects-uk.com
Architects: David Kemp, Clive Williams and Zara Gravett (Assistant Architect), DK Architects Ltd.
Site Manager: Peter Bridgewater, Alfriston.
Contractors: Colin Smith (Main Contractor), Polegate | Mark Norman (Electrician), Norvett Electronics. www.norvett.com | David Keets Plumbing, Eastbourne | Tony Perry & Darren Poppy (Decorators), Eastbourne and Seaford | Classic Tiles, Eastbourne | Classic Joinery, Hailsham
Craftsman: James Price (Blacksmith), Lewes.