We’re delighted to be working on the design of two elegant new family homes set within the grounds of an existing Georgian property in Warwickshire.

The proposals comprise of a pair of three-storey houses carefully conceived to sit comfortably within their historic surroundings. Their proportions, symmetry and detailing draw inspiration from classic Georgian architecture, ensuring the new buildings feel like a natural extension of the established setting rather than a modern interruption.

While their appearance is rooted in tradition, the performance of these homes is thoroughly contemporary. Both houses are being designed as low-energy dwellings, incorporating a range of technologies to reduce running costs and environmental impact. Heating will be provided by air source heat pumps, with underfloor heating to the ground floors for efficient, even, warmth. Triple-glazed windows will improve thermal performance and comfort, while roof-mounted solar panels will contribute to on-site renewable energy generation.

Each home will also include a mechanical ventilation system with heat recovery (MVHR). This system continuously supplies fresh, filtered air while recovering heat from the outgoing stale air, helping to maintain excellent indoor air quality with minimal heat loss.

The designs are currently being developed to exceed the relevant UK technical standards, and we are looking forward to seeing the project move on site later this year. These homes demonstrate how sensitive architectural design can successfully combine heritage-led aesthetics with modern, sustainable living. Sustainable homes don’t need to look modern.