Awarded Home of the Year by The Telegraph in 2020, this innovative remodelling of a former blacksmithing forge occupies a quiet location in the village of Whixall, North Shropshire. Contextually driven, the architectural design by Studiobloc takes its cue from the historical context of the site and the surrounding agricultural vernacular, pairing the original brick walls of the Grade II-listed barn with a modern, corrugated steel façade. Beautifully light living space of over 1,045 sq ft flows across a single storey, connecting to courtyard gardens at the front and back. The location offers easy access to the surrounding open countryside, including The Peak District and Snowdonia, and the cultural highlights of Liverpool, Birmingham and Manchester.