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POST 1920s: The Old Stores

Listed

Victorian

Post 1920s

 
Client Dr. & Mrs. D. Clark
Address The Old Stores
Grantchester
Time scale 1990-1
Budget £60K
 

A private library was an unusual commission at the end of the 20th century.

The clients wanted flowing, light spaces.

Library interior
External view Internal detail Courtyard
       
Click small pictures above for larger views
 
Since both the clients are psychotherapists they were aware of the need for the design to fulfill more than just a functional brief. The geometry is complemented by the use of traditional techniques and materials.
     
They wanted the project as a whole to be united by a geometry that integrated the individual with the building through a series of interrelated harmonics. The net result is a building of considerable character, sited as it is, in a historic village with views over the famous Cambridgeshire watermeadows
 
Richard Twinch MA(Cantab) AA Dipl RIBA  
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