This stunning, energy-efficient home was built into the rugged hillside of an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in Glamorganshire, UK in December 2020. Positioned on a sloping site and nestled among mature pine trees, it captures incredible views of the Welsh countryside, all the way to the coast.

Designed by James Stroud of LOYN+CO Architects, the modern masterpiece replaced a dwelling that didn't make the most of the surrounding scenery. The homeowners gave James a comprehensive brief. Keen gardeners, they asked for a practical home that would be suitable all year round and one that would allow them to bring the outside in.

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