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THE FRENCH PORTFOLIO
Some of the work I have undertaken is shown on this
website. For further information on projects that might be more relevant
to your own, please ring me or e-mail me.
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La
Place, Langé
This was a typical small country property that was in
need of substantial care and attention. The previous owner drew water from
a well and had a few bare light bulbs! The house has been transformed into
a comfortable holiday home for the owner and his family.
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Two new Villas, Llauro, Pyrenées
Orientales |
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Two
Villas in Llauro
This small development of two villas on a sloping
site on the edge of a pretty village was required to appear as a single
dwelling by the Planning Authority. This was achieved by linking the two
houses with covered terraces, that gave the impression of a single mass
but gave the privacy and separation that was preferred by the
developer.
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Village Barn, Genouillé,
Vienne |
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Village Barn, Genouillé
This unusual barn was located
in the centre of a small village not far from the church and
Mairie. Whilst being a large building, the lower floor had limited
scope for external openings, and the decision was made to place a very
large living space at first floor, with the less used guest bedrooms below
at ground level. A two storey dining and kitchen area was placed to one
side, looking out to the garden, with views from the upper spaces provided
by a long 'clerestory' window along almost the whole of the western
elevation.
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Five bedroom villa,
Malviés |
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Villa, Les Pountets, Malviés
Whilst it is relatively
rare to purchase a site for a new house in Britain, there are many more
opportunities to do so in France. This site has far ranging views over the
vineyards towards Limoux and the Pyrenees beyond. The design provides a
protected heart to the house, with covered verandas for the hot summers
and the cooling effect of a pool to create a comfortable micro climate. In
winter these areas are also protected from the winds by the 'wings' formed
by the living room and guest annexe.
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Les Hauts de Vinas,
Lodève |
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New
Villa, Les Hauts de Vinas
My Client's brief was to ensure that they
would be able to appreciate and admire the flood-lit cathedral of Lodéve
in the valley below their site whilst enjoying a drink on the terrace. The
design provides spectacular views over the swimming pool, whilst providing
privacy from the road, admittedly little used, that runs
behind.
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