The Water Tower

A spiral staircase was relocated it in an external enclosure. The scheme was seen as a sculptural addition, a black monolith, inspired by the work of American artist Richard Serra. A new galvanised steel framed stone wall was installed to link the old with the new. This wall was hinged slightly ajar in a symbolic welcome. The rear elevation was clad in quadruple skinned Rodeca translucent polycarbonate for insulation & light. A “water” inspired line was inscribed into the black rendered front wall. Inside, the tower was fitted out as a bedroom on the top floor with views across the countryside, second floor bathroom, first floor study & ground floor entrance with a link to the kitchen & the rest of the house. Solar panels were installed for hot water & photovoltaic panels on the adjacent garage provide electricity. The project was shortlisted for the Architects Journal Award sponsored by Marley Eternit, for Best Project under £250,000 in 2011.