Snowdonia as a backdrop provides a setting second to none for this grade II listed former Rectory close to the town of Porthmadog.

Having been formerly converted in to a Hotel, this originally modest buidling was considerably extended and altered over the years. Some of the extensions and work have heritage value; which contributes greatly to the historic evolution of the building, some of the work is a little more ‘fit for purpose’………Never mind, it’s all part of the challenge.

The Rectory has laid empty for a considerable period of time and has recently been purchased by another regular Dickinson Waugh client who’s intention is to convert it back to a single dwelling as a home for their family.

Dickinson Waugh are delighted to have been appointed to guide this wonderful building back to functional use and prepare it for a cherished future as a family ‘hub’.

Is it any wonder why we love our work?

Due for completion in summer 2015, and affectionately referred to as ‘The Iceberg’ within the studio at DWA, half of this 16,000 sqft new build dwelling is below ground incorporating a fantastic Basement extending way beyond the boundaries of the building above and including a Display Garage, Swimming Pool and leisure facilities. Above ground, living accommodation is split over three floors.

The architecture of the building is a modern interpretation of a traditional timber framed dwelling with  materials such as solid oak framing and lime render sensitively contrasted with aluminium and glass.

A profound knowledge of historic building techniques and styles is key to ensuring this building displays quality above and beyond that of a pastiche replication.