The proposal entails the changing of use of the existing listed barns, the insertion of single storey extensions to link the barns to the existing listed farmhouse and associated minor alterations to the listed buildings. The existing buildings are positioned in a u-shaped arrangement around a central courtyard, at the south end of the site, close to the lane. The farmhouse itself is listed Grade II, being C18 or early C19, and was constructed as one-storey with an attic and is positioned at right angles to the lane. There is a lean-to at the rear, and to the left there is a more recent brick and block single storey extension. The floor-to-ceiling height internally at the ground floor level is 1.9m, which is significantly less than contemporary minimum standards for new-build. In addition, ground levels externally are high in relation to the internal floor level, which has led to lateral damp penetration. Perpendicular to the farmhouse, the North Barn is located at the North end of the courtyard. It is also C18 or early C19 and is arranged in 3 bays, with a central cart entrance. At right angles to the North Barn and facing the farmhouse is the West Barn, a former stable/calf house and cartshed (C18 or early C19). Both barns are Grade II listed and have not been used for agricultural use for some time and have latterly served as storage areas for the farmhouse. Both buildings are in a poor condition due to a lack of use and are in need of remedial structural repairs. The remaining building on the site is not listed, but falls within the setting of the above listed buildings. It is a former dairy, a one-storey detached structure of brick and flint construction under a corrugated asbestos roof supported on timber trusses. Internally, timber partitions define former animal stalls. It too is currently in a poor condition. The aim of refurbishing the farmhouse is to improve its resistance to damp and increase its energy efficiency in a way that is sensitive to the building's character so that its occupants can live in a comfortable and healthy environment. In addition, the low floor-to-ceiling heights do not provide optimal accommodation for a contemporary dwelling. To this end, it is proposed to extend the living accommodation to the existing barns on the site with linking single-storey extensions. This allows for the development of a home to suitable contemporary living standards whilst conserving the existing listed buildings by altering them as little as possible. The new-build component of this proposal, whilst clearly legible as a contemporary addition is intended to respect existing rural built forms in this part of Wiltshire. Vernacular materials will be selected to ensure that it will harmonise with its environment and age and weather appropriately. In addition, a lot of emphasis is placed on creating a sympathetic relationship with the existing buildings on the site to ensure it is not dominant. The new-build component is intended to significantly relieve the pressure to alter to the existing buildings that such a barn conversion may place on them, and allows them to retain their character in a largely unaltered state. As part of the proposed refurbishment works it is proposed to introduce new insulation and underfloor heating and reintroduce materials that recall the buildings' agricultural origins. Bespoke-made replacement external doors and windows have been designed to meet the current Building Regulations requirements concerning thermal standards and draught proofing. Within the detailing of the proposed work to the outbuildings, special attention has been paid to avoid the use of obvious domestic style detailing. Skirting boards, architraves, mouldings, window boards and linings etc., are all absent from their interiors. The result avoids confusing the visual identity and character of the existing buildings. Externally, the principal strategy behind the proposed work has been to create as little obvious visual change as possible, and where change has been necessary, that it should, like the interior, avoid domestic style expression.