A single-storey extension, together with extensive internal reconfiguration, has dramatically improved a house in Bridport, Dorset, around 1.5 miles from the English Channel.
The works included the addition of a dedicated wine room and comprehensive future-proofing measures throughout the residence. All existing fenestration was replaced with high-performance aluminium frames and a new timber cladding facade was installed.
Making the cladding ship-shape
Due to its proximity to the sea, the façade specification required materials and coatings capable of resisting salt-laden air, driving wind and the increased risk of moisture ingress typical of coastal exposures. The selection and finalisation of the cladding system followed a tightly collaborative sampling and review process between James E. Hatch & Son and Studio Elephant architects. Multiple coating options and material samples were trialled to verify colour match, sheen and texture.
Thermo-Ayous: a durable solution
The technical specification of Thermo-Ayous with structured face, factory Teknos 1410 preservative and Teknoclad Silver Stone Grey finish achieves a considered combination of aesthetics and durability appropriate to a coastal, high-exposure application.
Thermo-Ayous timber cladding is produced by thermally modifying Obeche, a natural hardwood sourced from Western and Central Africa (see TDUK’s wood species page on Obeche here).
Thermo-Ayous is a clear grade, virtually knot-free timber that is ideal for projects looking for a clean and contemporary aesthetic.
