Two-Bay Oak Frame Build in Ludgershall
This oak frame building in Ludgershall, near Andover, provides the perfect combination of practicality and traditional craftsmanship.
Featuring two bays, the build offers space for parking vehicles, with an additional side store providing useful covered storage for bins, logs or other outdoor essentials.
The spruce cladding was given an initial coat of stain at our workshop, followed by a final coat once the building was installed. This second coat ensures a lovely, consistent finish while covering any nail heads or minor marks that may have occurred during installation.
The roof was finished with Spanish slates, which complement the black-stained cladding beautifully, creating a striking contrast against the natural oak frame.
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The client undertook the groundworks themselves. As the site was formerly used as a military tank storage area, substantial concrete foundations from its previous use were already buried beneath the ground. These existing foundations made for an interesting discovery during the preparation works.
The choice of Spanish slates added a beautiful finishing touch to the building. However, the installation presented a logistical challenge. An ancient listed wall ran along the left-hand side of the building and was in a crumbling condition, meaning we couldn’t safely position scaffolding alongside it. This required some careful consideration when planning the roofing work.
Another interesting feature of this design is the catslide roof. By allowing the roof to extend down towards the rear, the overall height of the building is reduced. This can be particularly beneficial when considering planning applications, especially on sites close to the road where building height can be an important factor.
However, as with any design decision, there are compromises. The reduced height at the rear does mean that reversing vehicles into the bays requires a little more care due to the limited headroom.
Overall, this project is a great example of how thoughtful design, traditional oak framing and practical solutions can come together to create a beautiful and functional building.
