The award-winning home, Vestige, designed by Smith Young Architects, has successfully transformed a deteriorating Edwardian house site in Cheshire East into a contemporary residence while retaining elements of the original structure. The design prioritizes sustainability through material reuse, including salvaged bricks and original foundations that minimize environmental impact. The interior emphasizes thoughtful space utilization, featuring a double-height entrance hall and versatile room layouts that create an expansive feel despite the compact footprint. Recognized for its approach and aesthetics, Vestige has garnered prestigious honors, affirming its architectural significance.
The solid base of the ground floor is in rough-rendered bricks salvaged from a smaller house that used to sit on the site, reducing the carbon footprint and saving money.
The rooms are well-proportioned, and the overall layout carefully devised to achieve a greater sense of space and contain a wide range of experiences, belying the building's size.
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