Being nominated for ArchDaily’s Building of the Year Awards is a testament to the attention to detail and thoughtful design that went into this project and we would love your support!
If you admire this project and believe in the power of sustainable, beautifully designed spaces, we encourage you to vote:
Voting is open until February 12th so be sure to support our work before the deadline!
This project began as a long-held dream for Katharina Klugg, a Cambridge-based ceramic artist. As a potter, Katharina deeply values space, and for years, she wished for a larger, more functional studio. When she and her partner started their search for a new home, their top priority was finding a property with enough room to accommodate her creative practice.
After an extensive search, they discovered a 1980s-built home by Ivor Richards, featuring striking mid-century design elements and, most importantly, a garden spacious enough to bring Katharina’s dream studio to life.
Our collaboration with Katharina and her partner resulted in a studio space that integrates into their garden while prioritising sustainable design. From the outset, we embraced eco-conscious building techniques, ensuring the structure would be both visually striking and environmentally responsible.
Key design elements include:
The result is a space that not only supports Katharina’s creative work but also embodies the principles of sustainable architecture and contemporary design.
We are incredibly proud of this project and a huge thank you to Katharina Klugg, our talented collaborators, and everyone who has supported our journey. We look forward to celebrating sustainable, forward-thinking architecture together!
Photography by Timothy Soar
