Following a disastrous fire in which an earlier house was almost completely destroyed, we designed this new house rising from the footprint of the old. Fenestration of the house derives from its 18th century design, though two semi-circular brick bays have been added to allow panoramic views of the Wye Valley. Internal replanning maximises usable space whilst maintaining appropriate proportions for the rooms. Timber panelling, windows and doors are detailed to reflect the original Georgian period of the house. Bricks reclaimed from the fire, salvaged slates and oak boards were used wherever possible in the reconstruction.