Replacement of a timber conservatory with a large oak framed orangery

Planning Application:

WA/2024/01276

Project address:

Farm Cottage, Farnham

Local authority

Waverley Borough Council

Date approved

12^th August 2024

Description of development

Replacement of a timber conservatory with a large oak framed orangery extension, together with internal structural alterations to open up the adjoining kitchen space to the extension.

Farm Cottage is a character detached dwelling having origins from the 17^th century with a number of later extensions. Situated in a rural location close to Farnham, Farm Cottage has a degree of significance, being classified as a ‘Building of Local Merit’.

N&J Design were appointed to provide initial frame and design advice to our client, and to then assist with preparing and submitting a planning application to the local authority. This included a detailed Heritage, Design and Access Statement, explaining the evolution of the building throughout its life. Planning Permission was duly granted and we were further instructed to prepare large scale working drawings for the oak frame construction.

The extension, based around a hand crafted oak frame, provides a stunning addition to this characterful home, and has fulfilled the client’s aspiration of creating a versatile entertaining and kitchen space to be enjoyed year round. The fully glazed frames and bi-folding doors allow panoramic views over the formal landscaped garden.

Build status

Completed Spring 2025.

Project size

Extension floor area: 50m² (540 sq.ft.)

Extended dwelling floor area: 291m² (3,132 sq.ft.)