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BEFORE
NORTH BARN ITCHENOR PARK FARM
ITCHENOR PO20 7DN
The restoration of a Grade II* listed 18th-century barn, originally built for the third Duke of Richmond. Structural and weatherproofing repairs were undertaken, alongside the removal of intrusive modern elements and reinstatement of original architectural features. The project carefully balanced heritage conservation with ecological sensitivity, including provisions for protected bat species. Supported by a Historic Building Restoration Grant, the barn has been sensitively restored, ensuring long-term sustainability, structural integrity, and historic character preservation.
Submitted by: Pinnacle Works Ltd. www.pinnacleworks.co.uk
Architect: Alex Hall, Douglas Briggs Partnership. www.douglasbriggspartnership.co.uk
Site Manager: Chris Clark, Pinnacle Works Ltd.
Contractors: Pinnacle Works Ltd | Darren Stigent, NJS Roofing and Scaffolding. www.njsgroup.co.uk | Pete Delahunty, Cathedral Landscapes. www.cathedrallandscapessussex.co.uk | Richard Williams, R W Electrical. www.rwelectricaluk.com
Craftspeople: Pinnacle Works Ltd | Grzegorz Sosna and Mike Calton (Brickwork) | Thomas Croft and Scott Pusey (Carpentry and Joinery). Details on request.
Other: Jeff Thompson (Chartered Quantity Surveyor),
details on request | Michelle Rossiter, Chichester Harbour Conservancy. www.conservancy.co.uk
BEFORE
THE SWAN INN
LOWER STREET, FITTLEWORTH RH20 1EL
The Swan Inn, a Grade II listed 14th-century coaching inn, has undergone a full restoration after closing in 2020. Guided by a clear brief to retain local character, the project revitalised the main building, Barn, and Stables, respecting original features while upgrading for modern comfort. Key works included structural repairs, soundproofing, ecological considerations, and restoring historic elements. Now reopened, the inn boasts 12 bespoke hotel rooms, a locally inspired restaurant, and a pub floor preserved for the community, all crafted using traditional methods.
Submitted by: The Swan Inn. www.swaninnfittleworth.com
Architect: David Minns and Diego Perez, Prime Meridian Architects. www.prime-meridian.co.uk
Site Manager: Chris Littlefield, Cummins & Pope Ltd. www.cummins-pope.co.uk
Contractors: Cummins & Pope Ltd | Cocoon Exterior Works. www.cocoonexteriorworks.com | AEWC Ltd. www.aewc.co.uk Manorwood. www.manorwood.co.uk | Lion Roofing. www.lionroofing.co.uk | John Collen, Kingfisher Associates. www.kingfisherassociates.com | Litchfield and Fox. www.litchfieldandfox.co.uk
BEFORE
WAKEHURST PLACE MANSION
WAKEHURST PLACE, HAYWARDS HEATH RH17 6TN
The conservation of Wakehurst Mansion, a Grade I listed Elizabethan building, focusing on roof, masonry, and historic window repairs. The works preserved original materials—most notably Horsham stone slates—while improving energy efficiency and biodiversity, including provisions for protected bats. Working within the active Royal Botanic Gardens, the team minimised disruption through careful logistics. Showcasing traditional craftsmanship alongside modern environmental practices, the project delivered sensitive heritage restoration.
Submitted by: DBR Limited. www.dbrlimited.com
Architects: Martin Ashley Architects. www.ma-arch.co.uk
Site Manager: Bart Baran, DBR Limited.
Contractors: AGILE. www.agiledc.co.uk | D&R Scaffolding. www.drscaff.co.uk
Craftspeople: Jeremy Attwood, Cary Wadey, Eugene Ehrman, Keith Bence and Peter Ward, DBR Limited.
Other: Huntley Cartwright. www.huntleycartwright.co.uk
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INTERIOR
32 NORTH STREET
CHICHESTER PO19 1LX
The project reimagined a former Laura Ashley retail unit into a refined, contemporary office for Smith Simmons & Partners. Designed within the constraints of a Grade II listed structure, the project introduces a light-filled and open workplace that supports staff wellbeing and regenerative activation of the high street. Working with the building’s historic fabric, the design for 32 North Street introduced minimal glass partitions, bespoke built-in furniture and new kitchen and bathroom/shower spaces, to create a refined high street office space.
Submitted by: Open Design Studio. www.open-designstudio.co.uk | Smith Simmons & Partners. www.ss-p.co.uk
Architect/Interior Architecture & Design: Ben Smith, Smith Simmons & Partners and Emma Griffiths and Faye Ambrose, Open Design Studio.
Craftsperson: Ryan Westwood, The Westwood Joinery Co. www.thewestwoodfurnitureco.co.uk
Other: Natalie McKellar, Smith Simmons & Partners.
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THE REEDS AT SOUTH LODGE HOTEL
BRIGHTON RD, LOWER BEEDING RH13 6PS
The project delivered eight exclusive, sustainable pondside lodges, designed for privacy and harmony with nature. Full-height glazing and over-sailing decks provide immersive views, while eco-friendly construction methods—including modular off-site fabrication and Rapidroot foundations—minimised site disruption. Each lodge uses a water-source heat pump, rainwater harvesting, and recycled or recyclable materials. Built under mature tree canopies with minimal environmental impact, the lodges achieve sustainability goals and exemplify innovative, low-impact design tailored to an ecologically sensitive site.
Submitted by: Felce & Guy Partnership. www.felceandguy.co.uk
Architects: John Chapman and Simon Moore, Felce & Guy Partnership.
Site Manager: Richard Titmus, Powells Limited. www.powells.biz
Contractors: Powells Limited.
Other: Beverley Bayes and Tom Howell, Sparcstudio. www. sparcstudio.co.uk | James Porter, Jack Price and Vicky Skinner, Delta Green. www.deltagreen.co.uk