Architect's Studio
Modece's office in Hartest, Suffolk
RIBA East Spirit of Ingenuity Sustainability Award 2008
RIBA East Spirit of Ingenuity Heritage Award 2008
Modece’s former office in Suffolk is a small scale commercial project which is recognised as having made a contribution to the revitalisation of the countryside, making it possible to live and work out of town.
The building is deep green, beautiful and healthy. It has won a number of awards since it was completed in 2008. Working there, we felt part of the local community and gave us the feeling that we brought a little bit of life back to an area which otherwise would only see horse riders, tractors and four wheel drives.
Long low window gives light and views to the working area. Unusual window shapes help to create a random pattern of openings to help the composition of the facade. Natural wood stain was used through the project to reduce the environmental burden. The building has a calm atmosphere and extraordinary views of the countryside.
Our old office is a genuine example of low impact commercial development.
Our new office now resides in a Grade II listed building in Stowmarket, which we refurbished during 2020-2021. Click to read about our current office.
