Lacemaker's House
Client: Alan Simpson MP
Location: Nottingham
Project Type: Conversion
Services: Bespoke Architecture, Interiors & Planning
Status: Completed 2006
Images: Martine Hamilton Knight
Project Description
Situated in the heart of Nottingham’s historic Lace Market, the Lacemaker's House was originally a derelict Victorian workshop. Following extensive conversion works, it has been transformed into a sustainable urban home. Spread over three levels, the house features a striking double-height living and dining area, along with three bedrooms, offering a blend of character and contemporary living.
The design integrates a range of sustainable materials and technologies, including photovoltaic panels, grey water recycling, and a combined heat and power (CHP) unit, which generates both heat and electricity from a single fuel source. High levels of insulation have been achieved using natural products, while the construction incorporates both recycled and composite materials. The result is a highly efficient, low-impact home that retains the architectural character of its historic setting while meeting modern environmental standards.
The Lacemaker’s House demonstrates how redundant urban buildings can be thoughtfully reimagined with innovative environmental design to create a distinctive, energy-efficient home for contemporary city living.
