A complete rebuild of collapsed derelict historic cottage in Bapton, near Salisbury.

The original Grade II listed cob cottage was in very poor condition, unoccupied for some 7 years. The south wall of the eastern wing had partially collapsed due to water leaking from the failed thatch above. Internally there was significant damage due to water ingress, with the eastern wing being the worst affected; possibly due to modern internal modifications made in the 1970s.

Following a Listed Building Consent for reconstruction of the original house, including internal alterations and demolition of the east wing, WDA gained Full Planning Permission for a two storey replacement extension, in a similar scale to the original. The front elevation is a replica with only an alteration of the roof material from thatch to clay plain tile. It is constructed of cob block with an authentic lime render finish.

The utility room extension was relocated, to reveal the older part of the Listed cottage, and relocated to the rear of the two storey replacement extension. The utility room has been finished with timber cladding under a clay plain tile roof.

This traditional cottage has been fully and sensitively restored, ensuring the survival and long term future of the Listed building.