The former farmhouse is situated in an agricultural area. The typology of the existing building was used in a contemporary way to enlarge the dwelling. We added two new volumes with a pitched roof connected with the existing volume. Two chimney shaped skylights create light and a view on to the first floor. A third chimney houses the air outlet of the heat pump. Old and new collaborate together, while both remain clearly visible. 

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Architects: Atelier Tom Vanhee

Location: Aartrijke, 8211 Zedelgem, Belgium

Architect In Charge: Tom Vanhee

Area: 318.0 sqm

Project Year: 2016

Photographs: Filip Dujardin

Stability: LIME
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From the architect. The former farmhouse is situated in an agricultural area. The typology of the existing building was used in a contemporary way to enlarge the dwelling. We added two new volumes with a pitched roof connected with the existing volume. Two chimney shaped skylights create light and a view on to the first floor. A third chimney houses the air outlet of the heat pump. Old and new collaborate together, while both remain clearly visible. 

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The new volumes are finished in wood. The old brick exterior is felt inside when entering the house. T...