The House Cooper is a renovation project of an old barn with 200 years, which has been officially listed as a heritage site by the local town. As such, it is subject to specific size and appearance regulations, including the preservation of the original architecture, particularly the volumes, roof shape, and openings.
The renovation transforms the barn into a modern home, which includes a master suite with a dressing room and bathroom, 3 additional bedrooms, and open living spaces, including a living room, dining room, and kitchen. Key considerations for the project included integrating a basement and reusing existing wooden beams and stone to maintain the building’s historic character.
1 / 5Underground Floor Plan
The new design features a semi-underground basement with two rooms and a patio, providing access to the ground floor. The living room and kitchen open to a mezzanine with an office, offering views of the living room below. The upper floor includes a room, with a large window at the front and an impressive wooden beam structure that serves as a cover, preserving the barn's architectural integrity while creating a beautiful and functional living space.
Chevry, France | Private | Housing | 140m2 | Renders by Duarte Rosa