Clever conversion of Grade II listed barn into stunning Yorkshire home using both traditional and contemporary materials.
The judges highlighted a sympathetic approach by the builders to the restrictions imposed by working on a listed building as well as flawless craftmanship on the brickwork, roofwork and joinery. The home was enhanced by the installation of a modern kitchen and bathroom.
What the customer said:
"Our builders have constructed our unique home to an exceptionally high standard. They were able to achieve all of our requirements by offering practical solutions. We enjoy our home more everyday and recommend FW Davidson very highly."
What the Master Builder of the Year judges said:
"This highlights how blending of existing traditional materials with high-class contemporary materials by a firm with the expertise and experience to do it, can really work."
Description of work carried out:
Conversion of a Grade II listed barn to form a large two-bedroom house
Builder’s name:
FW Davidson, Easingwold, York
Site address:
Yorkshire
Master Builder of the Year 2004 Regional winner
Category 3 - Professional residential/domestic restoration, refurbishment or extension costing more than £100,000
