Design in harmony with the woodland edge
Tucked away beyond a wooded boundary in rural Hampshire, this Paragraph 84 home is a key example of contemporary, sustainable, living. Surrounded by mature trees that offer natural privacy, the site’s steeply sloping topography has shaped the design of the home itself. The building gently steps down with the landscape, creating a low-impact profile that works with the land rather than against it. This carefully considered approach blends sustainable architecture with a deep respect for the surrounding environment.
Nestled within the trees
Nestled between trees on a steeply sloping field, the site offers a sense of seclusion while maintaining a strong connection to the surrounding landscape. Views into the site are limited, with mature planting and trees along Egbury Road providing natural screening, preserving privacy and a sense of enclosure. The most significant view is to the south-east, where the landscape opens up across rolling fields toward a distant treeline and the historic Roman road—framed elegantly by boundary vegetation. Elsewhere, outward views are softened and filtered by dense planting, reinforcing the site’s immersive woodland edge character.
Atmosphere and environment
Inside, the home unfolds with the natural slope of the land, creating a stepped plan that reveals a series of open, light-filled spaces. At the heart of the layout are generous living areas with high ceilings and expansive glazing that invites daylight deep into the home. Surrounded by woodland, the interior feels calm and secluded, with a strong sense of connection to nature. While most views are nestled within the trees, the design also opens up to the south-east, framing wide, elevated views across the landscape, bringing moments of openness.
Architectural Drawings
Floor Plan
Elevation
A view of the south-west facade
Section
Providing a glimpse into the home
Material Sequence
The chosen material palette draws inspiration from the local vernacular, grounding the design in its rural context.
The chosen material palette draws inspiration from the local vernacular, grounding the design in its rural context.