House Form logo
CambridgeWarwickshire

Journal

Planning, construction, context and low-energy design explained through the work.

Long House in Suffolk: Modern Timber Frame Self Build

Long House.

Long House is a contemporary Suffolk self-build inspired by the traditional Suffolk Long House. Using prefabricated timber frame construction, natural cellulose insulation and Passivhaus design principles, the project demonstrates how modern methods of construction can deliver an energy-efficient, comfortable and sustainable home that respects its rural setting.

Read on House Form

White Spring House: Navigating Planning Permission for Contemporary Extensions in Cambridge

White Spring.

Discover how the White Spring House extension project in Cambridge secured planning permission.

Read on House Form

Seaforth House: What it means to “respect the local context” in design

Seaforth House.

Seaforth House uses contextual design in an understated way. It replaces a worn 1920s home, but keeps hold of the things that make Orford feel like Orford.

Read on House Form

Developing in the Green Belt: Chivers Cottage

Chivers Cottage.

Developing in the Green Belt comes with strict planning rules, but thoughtful design, heritage sensitivity and a collaborative approach can unlock successful extensions.

Read on House Form

Edith's Place: understanding your home's potential

Edith’s Place.

Through a two-storey rear extension, internal reorganisation and a new garden outbuilding, the home was reshaped to improve light, flow and connection to the garden.

Read on House Form