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Structural Articulation in Timber

The upper-storey extension takes shape as the timber structure and roof-level detailing begin to define the new form of the building.


Project Details

Tucked away in rural Gloucestershire, this Grade II listed cottage is being lovingly restored and expanded to meet the needs of modern living. The project combines a full renovation of the historic home with both single and double-storey extensions, carefully designed to respect its heritage while introducing fresh light, space, and comfort.


Maplebrook Cottage

Gloucestershire

Hayward Smart Architects


Structural Articulation in Timber - Before
Structural Articulation in Timber - After

Significant progress has been made on the primary structure, with the upper-floor framing now firmly in place. Below, the single-storey extension is coming together, its timber skeleton linking cleanly with the existing stonework and establishing the footprint of the new living spaces. At the same time, high-performance insulation is being installed throughout the main bedroom and roof voids, moving the project toward a weather-tight, energy-efficient envelope.

The quality of the carpentry is particularly evident in the precision of the window box formations set within the pitched roof. These dormer-style openings require exact geometry to sit seamlessly within the tile line, maintaining the clarity of the overall design. Elsewhere, the junctions between new timber elements and the original masonry reflect a careful balance between structural integrity and traditional craftsmanship.

Structural Articulation in Timber - Detail 1
Structural Articulation in Timber - Detail 2
Structural Articulation in Timber - Detail 3

As internal partitions begin to take shape, the layout of the master suite is becoming increasingly legible. Vaulted ceilings and considered window placements are already giving a sense of how light will move through the space.

Structural Articulation in Timber - Progress View 1
Structural Articulation in Timber - Progress View 2

The project is now transitioning from heavy structural work into a more refined phase of detailing. Stay tuned as progress continues.

Structural Articulation in Timber - Final View

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