Freeman Brear Architects have designed and applied for permission to extend and refurbish a Grade II listed house in Kirtling. The house is, at its core, a 16th century timber frame which has been preserved and exposed internally. The extension provides the client with the more modern spaces they require whilst respecting the historic fabric of the house. The design has been developed in close consultation with the Conservation Officer, who has taken a keen interest in the redevelopment of this interesting and historic building. The work also offers the opportunity for some poorly executed refurbishments carried out in the past to be removed and reinstated more appropriately. Completion of the works is anticipated during the course of 2012.