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We’re delighted to announce that Old Rectory Cottage has won an award at this year’s Sussex Heritage Awards. Our project was recognised in the Small Scale Residential: Restoration, Conversion and Extension category, and we feel truly honoured to be in the company of so many talented designers and outstanding schemes.

The awards celebrate thoughtful design, craftsmanship and the preservation of our region’s unique architectural heritage, values that have been at the heart of this project from the start. To see other listed projects and those in a conservation area do take a look here.

Located within a conservation area in East Sussex, Old Rectory Cottage has been carefully reimagined to improve natural light, enhance circulation and sensitively extend the original home to create generous, flexible family spaces. Sustainability was a central focus throughout, with the use of repurposed materials, FSC-certified larch cladding, underfloor heating powered by an Air Source Heat Pump and a 10kWp solar array with battery storage. The result is a low-energy, future-ready home that still honours its historic character. Sustainability and eco architure are woven into all our projects, to find out more about this take a look here.

We’re incredibly proud of the team effort behind this project and would like to give a special mention to the fantastic work by our contractors Gowing Build.

We’re grateful to the Sussex Heritage Trust for this recognition, and we’re pleased to share the judges’ comments:

“A well-designed extension to the existing house, which manages to seamlessly blend the old with the new. Good sense of scale and proportion with excellent choice of materials results in a pleasing, comfortable home that relates well to the site and the existing building.”

Thank you to everyone who helped make Old Rectory Cottage what it is today – a sustainable, welcoming home that celebrates the best of old and new. Do take a look at our Awards page to see other projects noted for their design and innovation.

Read more about Old Rectory Cottage here.

Photos by: www.clickclickjim.com

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After a busy 2023 we thought we would put together a showcase of some of our achievements.

This was put together in our most recent newsletter which we have popped below.

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Thank you for the wonderful article on Black Timber House, South Downs National Park. You can read the full article here.
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The National Park’s Design Officer Rafa Grosso- Macpherson said: “The scheme sets a new bar for development on the edge of a village through thoughtful contextual architecture that demonstrates an exemplary use of timber and is enhanced by sensitive landscaping.”

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If you would like to know more about Black Timber House do take a look at the project here.

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We are excited to announce that Black Timber House has been shortlisted for the @architectsjournal Awards, project under £500K category.

We had a vision to create a striking eco house in the heart of the South Downs National Park that would stand the test of time, using local and sustainable materials whilst using passive ways to reduce energy consumption. The result is Black Timber House in Rodmell.

“From the onset Hapa listened and understood my brief. We collaborated fully from feasibility design, through to completion of the house including project management. They incorporated my initial thoughts whilst adding design details I hadn’t even contemplated which enhanced my ideas and made the best possible use of the plot and surrounding area.

Throughout this process they listened to any concerns I had and sought to find a solution that satisfied me as a client, the budget and the builder, whilst keeping an integrity of design, not always easy.

In terms of quality of work, timeliness and cost management I could not recommend them more highly. Unforeseen circumstances have always been mitigated by innovative solutions which have demonstrated their architectural design competence. I am absolutely delighted with the outcome.”

Contractor: Brian Huntly Builders
Photos: Jim Stephenson

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Black Tile House received a highly commended in the Small Scale Residential category at the Sussex Heritage Awards 2023. The house underwent meticulous restoration, blending its historic character with modern design elements. Located in Firle, Sussex, Black Tile House beautifully combines its original tile facade with a contemporary flint extension. The restoration work involved sourcing authentic materials and skilled craftsmen to preserve the house’s grandeur. To see other listed projects and those in a conservation area do take a look here.

The addition of the contemporary flint extension serves as a striking addition to Black Tile House. Gaining a deep understanding of the property’s historical significance, we carefully blended traditional building techniques with innovative elements and design.

The Sussex Heritage Awards is held annually, and celebrates remarkable projects that contribute to the preservation and enhancement of Sussex’s architectural heritage. We were honored to be in the mix of such varied and beautiful projects across Sussex. Do take a look at our Awards page to see other projects noted for their design and innovation.

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RIBA Southeast Awards

Amazing to have a double win for Black Timber House. Winning both the RIBA Southeast Regional award, and Small Project of the Year award. What a wonderful accomplishment and we feel honored to be amongst such great design and practices. It was a great night that the RIBA put on, looking forward to the National Awards!

Do take a look at our Awards page to see other projects noted for their design and innovation.

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We are incredibly excited to announce that our project Black Timber House has been shortlisted for the RIBA South East Awards. Fingers crossed for the next stage!
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Project link: www.hapa-architects.co.uk/portfolio/black-timber-house/

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We were honoured to receive ‘highly commended’ for the small scale residential awards for Lace House at the House Builder Awards.

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