South Way is located on the edge of Lewes, East Sussex and in the South Downs National Park. The tired bungalow was in desperate need of renovation and our clients put their trust in us to give it a new lease of life.

The project was treated like a blank canvas and we investigated a myriad of options. We questioned every aspect of how the clients wanted to live in their new home, both now and in the future. The impact of the options were tested as we progressed to ensure a final building which sat neatly within the semi-rural surroundings.

A key issue with the existing building was the ugly front elevation and poor entrance sequence. The final proposals included a front extension in order to remedy this. A new timber framed porch was proposed to help create a more welcoming entrance and navigate the change in topography.

Through the new entrance a new utility doubles up as a boot room and connects through to the kitchen. A cozy living room occupies the opposite side of the ground floor. The rear of the ground floor is open plan to create a spectacular living / dining space overlooking the garden which wraps all around the house.

On the second floor there is a master suite complete with ensuite as well as a further guest room. There is also a first floor WC and an office / sewing room. The rooms have been positioned to make use of the long ranging views over the South Downs National Park. Vaulted ceilings on the first floor create the illusion of space and rooflights help to fill the rooms with natural light.