New-build family home · DurhamA home on the golf course.

The architectural design brings together a series of substantial pitched-roof volumes, creating a distinctive family home with a strong sense of presence.

The individual gabled elements are connected by lower roof forms and generous areas of glazing, breaking down the overall scale of the building while establishing a cohesive architectural composition.

Natural stone elevations provide a sense of permanence and traditional character, while large contemporary windows, glazed connections and carefully considered proportions introduce a distinctly modern identity.

The contrast between solid stone walls and expansive glazed openings creates visual interest across the building, balancing the scale of a substantial luxury residence with the finer details of contemporary residential design.

The approach to the home is organised around a generous entrance courtyard, framed by the principal house and a substantial garage wing.

The arrangement of the building creates an enclosed and welcoming arrival space, giving the property a strong architectural presence while clearly defining the entrance.

At the centre of the composition, a double-height glazed entrance introduces natural light and transparency between the surrounding stone volumes.

Large timber entrance doors provide warmth and contrast against the stone elevations, creating a focal point that establishes the character of the home from the moment of arrival.

Generous glazing plays an important role throughout the design, creating a strong relationship between the internal living spaces and the surrounding gardens.

Full-height windows and glazed doors introduce natural daylight and provide views across the landscaped grounds, helping the substantial building feel open and connected to its setting.

The arrangement of the individual building volumes creates sheltered external spaces, while glazed connections between them bring additional light into the heart of the home.

This balance between solid architectural forms and transparent openings gives the house a sense of openness without compromising its substantial character.

Internally, the home introduces a more contemporary architectural language, combining generous proportions, natural materials and carefully considered detailing.

A sculptural timber staircase forms a striking centrepiece within the entrance hall. Its flowing oak handrails, curved landings and slender metal balustrades create an elegant contrast against the surrounding light-filled interior.

The staircase provides more than a practical connection between floors, becoming a defining architectural feature that brings movement and craftsmanship into the heart of the home.

Elsewhere, contemporary kitchen design, large glazed openings and generous living spaces establish a modern residential environment that contrasts with the traditional character of the stone exterior.

Together, these elements create a home that balances architectural presence with the comfort and functionality of contemporary family living.

Natural stone is the defining external material, providing a consistent architectural language across the interconnected building volumes.

The warm tones and varied textures of the stonework are complemented by dark roof coverings and contemporary window frames, creating a restrained material palette that gives the building a cohesive appearance.

Carefully detailed glazing introduces contrast and lightness, while timber elements at the entrance and within the interior add warmth and natural texture.

The combination of traditional materials and contemporary detailing gives the property a timeless quality, helping it sit comfortably within the wider residential development while retaining its own distinctive identity.

The completed home brings together the scale and character of traditional stone architecture with the light, openness and detailing of contemporary residential design.

Its carefully composed roof forms, impressive entrance courtyard, generous glazing and sculptural internal staircase create a substantial family residence with a strong individual identity.

As part of the wider transformation of a former golf course into an exclusive gated development, the project demonstrates how considered architectural design can contribute to the quality and appeal of premium residential schemes.

It also illustrates ED Design’s experience in creating bespoke homes for property developers, balancing architectural ambition with the requirements of the luxury residential market.