Sunrise, Harvest Hill
In 2013 Nick Baker Architects were commissioned to design a 5 bedroom residence in Harvest Hill, Bourne End.
Subsequent planning approval was acquired of this contemporary build in 2014.
The slope of the site allows the buildings volume to be split into terraces withthe middle floor being extended to make a large sunset terrace
The massing of the building is stepped along the slope of Harvest Hill. This enables the form of the house be included along the incline of the sope.
The contemporary nature of the design is complementary to the local area, with similar properties recently completed located on Harvest Hill.
The simple plan form is aimed at creating two pavillions that touch lightly onto the large mid level terrace
Glass panels constitute large areas of the ground floor and it is proposed to have a mix of flat roof finishes including sedum and PV panels.
The west facing elevation is highly glazed to take advantage of the long range views down the valley
The kitchen dining area sits to the east for morning sun.
The main entrance is at the highest level with ample parking spacefor parking
The kitchen connects with the front reception area that looks west over treetops
The nightime view shows the two bedroom blocks appear to float above the main living area emphasising the inside/outside characteristic of the design
The main form of the house is split into two blocks with a glazed staircase between them. Both ground floor sections are predominantly glazed with the upper levels having windows punched into the solid upper block.
In keeping with the sylvan setting it predominantly uses timber cladding in the form of Western Red Cedar.
The proposed development is intended to be built to high standards of sustainability.
The orientation of the house has been aimed as working in a passive solar manner with green roofs providing valuable attenuation. The thick walls on the upper level provide significant thermal insulation.
PVs and Solar thermal panels will make positive use of the aspect of the house and shall achieve a 15% reduction in on site carbon emissions. These will also help to provide heating for the pool.
Sunrise, Harvest Hill 2013
Client: Private Client
Project Status: Unbuilt
Budget: £2m
Team
Nick Baker Architects
Nick Baker