26/05/2026
2026 winner! We’re so proud to have been part of this paragraph 79 scheme which wasn’t just about the house, but the transformation of the whole site with wildlife and sustainability being the core considerations. Paddocks were transformed into wildflower meadows, ponds and swales were constructed and local chalk was brought in to encourage butterflies. Monitoring was added and many new species inhabit the site since completion. Reject bricks were sourced from just down the road and turned into art, although this wasn’t just for show. The house formed bee habitats, bat boxes, bird boxes and swallow ledges. The house itself was a super airtight CLT and Glulam prefab house manufactured in a zero waste factory with the diagrid roof structure left on show. The heating, cooling and hot water was provided by a decentralised ASHP system located 40m from the house to maximise space within the property. The copper facia and soffit has aged brown to blend in with its environment and finished off with a sedum roof. All these features combined help the house hide amongst its surroundings, nestled into the chiltern valley. Congratulations to on being recognised for the wonderful work that you produce and thankyou to for being a fantastic client. The vision you had for your home steered this whole process towards something pretty spectacular.
