Camilla Hyde Contemporary Extension
A Contemporary Extension and Renovation in The New Forest National Park
Camilla Hyde is a contemporary extension and renovation of a two-storey family home in Fordingbridge, within the New Forest National Park.
Set within a varied architectural landscape, the project transforms the existing 1970s property through a series of carefully considered extensions, a complete façade renovation and upgrades to its environmental and thermal performance.
The design creates lighter and more welcoming living spaces, improves circulation through the home and establishes a stronger relationship between the interior, garden and surrounding landscape.
Sustainability
The project prioritises sustainability by improving the home’s thermal performance and energy efficiency. The renovation strategy includes upgrading insulation, replacing outdated windows and doors, and improving natural light and ventilation.
By retaining and modernising the existing structure rather than replacing it, the design reduces unnecessary demolition, construction waste and demand for new materials
Context & Place
Inspired by the natural surroundings of the New Forest National Park, the design uses materials that complement the wooded landscape, including timber cladding and natural render.
The scale, form and material character of the contemporary extension have been carefully developed to ensure the renewed home sits comfortably within its setting.
People & Communities
The extension and renovation improve daily family life by creating more open, light-filled spaces with a stronger connection to the garden.
The renewed home provides a more practical internal layout while upgrades to the building fabric help create a comfortable and energy-efficient living environment.
-Trevor, Client
Enhancing Space and Functionality
Footprint Architects specialises in designing contemporary homes that respond sensitively to their surroundings.
This renovation focuses on modernising the existing interiors while extending the principal living areas to create more inviting, practical and adaptable spaces.
The design includes a new sunroom and improved entrance sequence, bringing more natural light into the property and creating clearer circulation throughout the home.
A new carport is integrated with the existing structure, providing a practical addition that forms part of the wider architectural composition rather than appearing as a separate element.
Each extension has been carefully positioned and proportioned to expand the available living space without overwhelming the scale of the original house. The result is a balanced relationship between the existing building, new additions, neighbouring properties and surrounding landscape.
A Contemporary Extension with a Natural Material Palette
Inspired by the natural surroundings of the New Forest, the renovation respects the area’s varied architectural context while introducing high-quality contemporary finishes. Existing rendered elements are renewed, while vertical timber cladding replaces the older clay tiles, bringing warmth and texture to the façade. Grey aluminium windows and doors provide a crisp contrast, unifying the old and new elements.
The material palette was informed by the New Forest National Park Authority’s Design Guidance, helping the home sit comfortably within its landscape while providing a contemporary refresh to its appearance.
Sustainable and Energy-Efficient Upgrades
The environmental improvements extend beyond the appearance and layout of the property.
Upgraded insulation and replacement windows and doors improve the performance of the building envelope, helping reduce unwanted heat loss and create more stable internal temperatures.
Natural light and ventilation have been considered throughout the design, improving comfort while reducing reliance on artificial lighting and mechanical systems.
The contemporary extension is integrated into the existing topography, using the terraced garden to minimise its impact on the site and neighbouring properties.
Improvements to the hard landscaping around the swimming-pool terrace increase its usability while maintaining a strong connection to the surrounding planting and greenery.
By adapting the existing house rather than replacing it, Camilla Hyde demonstrates how a well-designed extension and renovation can create a modern, comfortable and energy-efficient home while retaining the value of the original building.
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