The Daily Telegraph Homebuilding & Renovating Awards 2023 (Best Conversion) 

British Homes Awards 2021 finalist

The owners of Ansell’s Barn sought to transform several disused agricultural buildings into a contemporary, energy-efficient home that could house their growing collection of artwork. To actualise their vision, they enlisted the help of Tyack Architects whose H-plan design linked together each of the historic cottages – a cart shed and a Dutch barn – with contemporary glass structures to create an airy and expansive home. This impressive conversion project tastefully references the history of the buildings by using locally sourced Cotswold stone and oak alongside steel, glass and zinc.

Not only does the conversion preserve the site’s agricultural character, but it also enhances the village green’s views by transforming what was once an eyesore into a stunning contemporary house within the conservation area. The finished home has ample space to house the owners’ art, plus it also offers various spaces for living and working and is a joy to inhabit.