Architectural Renderings Design House | New car, new enough Hunsett Mill in the UK

This house, beautifully restored, transformed England Norfolk Broads in 2009 byACME space in a modern residence, private, not only maintains its historic character, but has been renovated to be almost totally self-sufficient.

It was once a windmill pumping water from a distance, which also served as a house for the caretaker of the factory until 1900, when the advent of electricity windpumps rendered obsolete.

Hunsett mill is definitely an important part of local heritage. When the first renovation took place, it was decided that the historic building must remain intact.The structure was expanded and the addition was designed to leave behind theexisting factory like a shadow.

By adding a dark volume for the volume of existing brick and the intrinsic geometry, the exact volume of the extension is not detected from afar. However, when you look closely, it is clear that the design correctly refers to the vernacular, with itssloping roofs and dark wood panels, put the new building at ease in their context.

Self-sufficient in energy, water and waste management, the project creates anactive and positive effect on the local environment and ecology. The careful designand material selection considers its energy content and method of construction,and its effectiveness during the occupation.

The extension is made ​​entirely of laminated hardwood, exposed as interior trimand clad exterior charred cedar planks. Geothermal heat pumps, passive solar heating and water supply independent and almost completely release the housefrom any dependence on external sources.