Hurdle House: A Thoughtful Evolution of a Historic Property A Project By: Adam Knibb Architects Located in the historic village of Alresford, Hurdle House is a considered architectural response to a Grade II listed property with deep agricultural roots. Originally associated with the town’s sheep fairs of 1792, the house holds significant cultural value within its local context. Adam Knibb Architects were commissioned to design a contemporary extension that would enhance modern family living while maintaining a respectful relationship with the existing listed structure. Connecting Old and New Central to the design approach was the desire to create a clear yet delicate dialogue between the historic house and its modern addition. Working closely with Winchester Conservation, the existing rear bay window was carefully removed to form a natural point of connection. A frameless glass link now lightly touches the original building, providing a transparent threshold that visually separates old from new while allowing both elements to coexist in harmony. This refined junction ensures the historic fabric remains legible, while the contemporary extension asserts its own architectural identity. Architecture Shaped by Landscape The extension has been conceived as a standalone form that is deeply informed by its rural surroundings. Drawing upon the … Continue reading Architecture Inspired By Rural Context