Beco Products Ltd

Lower Cottage Farm

Project Design A modern energy efficient family home reflecting the existence of the previous buildings of farm cottage and stone-clad and open barns. In the dramatic design produced the three elements are apparent the cottage and barn being connected by the glazed link which is timber clad reminiscent of the old open barn. Combining the unique design of three different elements along with the client brief for sustainability was potentially problematic. The solution however was a “fabric first” approach specifying solid construction with Wallform ICF for the external walls and concrete floors. Sustainability High levels of thermal insulation and thermal mass result in a more even temperature throughout the home. A combination of ground source heat pump and heat recovery system maintains a comfortable feel to the home which is enhanced by the spacious impact created by the layouts of the living rooms.