Black House Barn, originally a derelict Grade II listed barn deemed at risk according to the ‘Historic Buildings at Risk’ Register, has undergone a significant transformation into a low-energy home. The barn, dating back to the 15th century with an oak frame spanning four bays, was extended towards the south-facing open land. An extension, featuring an exposed lattice steel diagrid roof, has been added to the original timber frame structure. Within the barn, two steel-framed mezzanines rest on cast concrete plinths, ensuring no interference with the existing timber frame.

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