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Middleton Park Gate Lodge
Architect:
TAKA Architects
Award Type:
Irish Architecture Awards
Location:
Co. Westmeath
The extensions to Middleton Park gate lodge and kennels are sunk into the contours of the site. Subtle and understated to the exterior, the additions reference agricultural structures in their form and materials, whilst successfully adding floor area to the existing buildings, to ensure their viability into the future. The structure of the new extensions is expressed honestly. The wildflower meadow viewed from the main living space is playfully framed by a coloured steel beam and heated concrete bench. The great success of this project is the deep connection set up between building users and the landscape.




