A charactorful Cotswolds retreat

Nestled in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this previously converted cow shed and barn sits alongside an Aerodrome from which the clients conduct their wing-walking business.

The design sought to better connect the various outbuildings; a new internal link provides a bright lobby and acts as a wind buffer on the exposed site. Using a warm and traditional palette of materials, an additional extension creates a larger kitchen and dining area with a generous bedroom suite in the roof space.

Architects: Austin Design Works

Structural engineer: MD Hughes & Partners

Contractor: DJP Construction

Garden design: Client

Photography: Mark Welsh