Located in the English countryside , close to Dorset ’ s Jurassic Coast and Corfe Castle , a beautiful modern extension has recently transformed a mid-Victorian semi-detached home , while at the same time retaining the property ’ s quaint style and heritage . Featuring local Purbeck stone and sustainably sourced Kebony timber , owner and developer , Lewis Donoghue of Lewel Construction , has more than delivered in marrying old with new .
Designed in collaboration with Gruff Architects , the vision behind the new project in Furzebrook was to create a modern extension that would enlarge the house for the owners and their growing family , at the same time connecting the building more intimately with its natural surroundings . The new extension to the side and rear has expansive glazing to take advantage of the spectacular views overlooking the glorious Dorset landscape of green hills and leafy hedgerows , opening the house to light and sunshine , and allowing the owners to interact with the plethora of local flora and fauna that form the backdrop of the property .
Internally , the ground floor living spaces have been enlarged with two additional bedrooms created upstairs , capturing the views of the treetops and hills beyond .
The original Victorian house is constructed from clay bricks quarried directly from the land to the rear of the house . However , the double storey side extension has been designed as a younger , contemporary version of the www . refurbandrestore . co . uk - 5