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Stable hay chutes were also modified to allow a better bat
habitat and improved openings to the loft above the horse
stables have been made via bat tiles and ceiling vents.
A post monitoring survey involving a group of ecologists
visiting confirmed that the bats are thriving and the new
spaces are being well used a year on since the conversion
has been completed.
Organic By Design, holistic damp and traditional lime plaster
specialists. Ryan Barnes, (founder) and the team share a collective
passion for their trade, and ensure that your needs are dealt with,
both swiftly and effectively. 1.2 million homes (5% of total homes)
in the UK were affected by damp related problems in the last two
years, and if not treated, damp can produce mould allergens, irritants
and sometimes, toxic substances.
Architect: Studio Brassica Architects
Awards that Studio Brassica Architects received for the
project:
RIBA House of the Year Shortlisted 2024
RIBA RSAW Award 2024
RIBA RSAW Project Architect of the Year 2024
RIBA RSAW Small Project of the Year 2024
RIBA RSAW Sustainability Award 2024
Gold Medal of Architecture at the National Eistedfodd
2024
Individual Housing Development Brick Awards 2024:
Commended
Best Conversion at Housebuilding and Renovating
Awards Shortlisted 2024
Although Holistic damp and traditional lime plastering are the two
main services we provide, our team are also well trained in services
such as heritage building conservation, structural repairs, brick and
stone work repairs, bespoke joinery and many more. We are based
within St Ives, Cambridgeshire and many of our clientele come from
surrounding areas such as Cambridge, Ely, Peterborough and Bedford.
We specialise in all aspects of heritage building maintenance and repair,
from a specialist consultancy service to the repair of structural timbers
for owners and keepers of historic and listed buildings. We pride
ourself on the highest standard of workmanship and attention detail.
Call: 01487 506614
www.organicbydesign.org
Contractor: G Adams Construction
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