WDA designed this distinctive, contemporary 5 bedroom house to sit comfortably in its unique sloping woodland setting in the heart of the conservation area. Due to its sensitive location the main planning constraints were the large number of trees in this sylvan setting. The building was designed to minimise the impact, both on trees and overlooking of neighbouring properties. The building’s linear form opens up to a southern aspect and views into woodland along both principal elevations. Wherever you are in the building, you have a visual link with the garden and views to its green setting. A limited palette of high quality materials has been chosen for aesthetic reasons, robustness and ability to reflect the natural surroundings. We have used zinc cladding, crisp frameless glass balustrades, Purbeck stone, cedar louvres and cladding. Together, these materials create a simple, elegant house enhancing the conservation area.