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Birds Portchmouth Russum Architect's Downley House is made from an old house ruinsDesigned by London-based <a title="Wine Barrels-Inspired Downley House in England is Built from Old House's Ruins" href="http://www.birdsportchmouthrussum.com/bpr/projects.html" target="_blank">Birds Portchmouth Russum Architects</a>, Downley House is a new shelter built beside - and out of - the ruins of an old house. Located amidst the rolling hills of South Downs, in England's <a title="Wine Barrels-Inspired Downley House in England is Built from Old House's Ruins" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hampshire" target="_blank">Hampshire</a>, the home's other components include natural local materials like oak and stones. Downley House's owners are wine connoisseurs and their love for the grape drink and wine barrels can be clearly recognized in their home's design.1
Birds Portchmouth Russum Architect's Downley House is made from an old house ruinsSettled in an idyllic landscape of gorgeous National Parks, Downley House was erected using the ruins of an old stoned-house.2
Birds Portchmouth Russum Architect's Downley House is made from an old house ruinsThe client wanted a relaxing yet playful environment with good use of natural textures and locally sourced materials.3
Birds Portchmouth Russum Architect's Downley House is made from an old house ruinsOrganic shapes and natural local materials like Purbeck Stone, Wealden Sandstone and oak cladding can be enjoyed from the inside and outside of the property.4
Birds Portchmouth Russum Architect's Downley House is made from an old house ruinsThe internal circulation flows along the walls through the stairs, with a view to the old stony wall that could be enjoyed from the dinning area.5
Birds Portchmouth Russum Architect's Downley House is made from an old house ruinsThe curved barrel vault was made from a low-carbon Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT), covered with energy-saving insulation and beautiful standing wooden best seen from the inside.6
Birds Portchmouth Russum Architect's Downley House is made from an old house ruinsDownley House gets its underground heating thanks to a pump located beneath the wild flower meadow and green roofs welcome local wildlife while helping it blending with the gorgeous natural surroundings.7
