The Glasshouse is situated within a private estate surrounded by
lakes and woodland just outside Lechlade on Thames in the
Cotswolds. This extraordinary home which is east facing could be
described as sitting in the lake distinguishing it from any other
house on the estate. The interior space on three levels extends to
over 6,000 square feet and from the terrace, which is 2,000 square
feet in itself, you have a panoramic view of three different
lakes.
The harmony between landscape and interior, architecture and
nature, was a key design determinant with the house, particularly
regarding sight lines, materials, colours and lighting. All these
aspects work together to ensure the propertys sense of
timelessness.
The exterior wood was subjected to the ancient Japanese art of
burning timber, a technique that is natural and free from chemical
preservatives, paints and retardants, to provide a long lasting,
fire resistant finish. The eco credentials of the house do not end
there. Despite the vast expanses of glass walls, which are a
staggering 7cm thick, the energy consumption of the house is very
low due to the use of a variety of green technologies including air
thermal heat pump, solar panels, heat recovery systems and triple
glazed glass.
The interior design makes use of earthy, light and transparent
materials; dark wood, dark metal and bright white walls, ceilings
and doors compliment the glass structure. Cooks will be in their
element; the Varenna kitchen boasts both a pizza oven and a
tandoori oven. The lighting is courtesy of Bocci, Tom Dixon, Davide
Groppi and Phillipe Starck. Meanwhile, the stairs are carved from
one 500 year old tree from Slovenia and the huge artwork which
hangs in the stairwell and adds a vital splash of colour to the
space.
In the basement theres a sauna, jacuzzi, snooker table, bar and
nine seater cinema and, while it is 3.5m under water, light streams
in from above during the day. On the first floor you have four
suites with marble bathrooms.
Technical Specification
- Daikin Heatpump heating cooling systems
- Daikin air conditioning Sonos integrated speakers
- Mechanical ventilations systems SIBER Atlantic
- Whole house hard water filter
- External electrically operated awnings
- Automated electric blinds
- KNX bespoke home automation system
- Intruder alarm system
- Insect blinds
- Automated roof terrace doors
- Sprinkler systems
- Poliform kitchen with Gaggenau & SMEG appliances & Liebherr
refrigeration
- Integrated Gas Tandoori Oven
- Professional cinema system including Atmos Klipsch speakers,
Sony projector and Pioneer system sound system
The Glasshouse is located within The Lakes by YOO, where
tranquillity meets transformation. Nestled amidst breath taking
natural beauty, with wellness retreats offering an unparalleled
experience designed to rejuvenate your mind, body, and spirit. Just
90 minutes from London, this serene location provides the perfect
escape for both individuals and corporate groups seeking a deeper
connection with nature and themselves.
Loved by visitors and residents alike,the Cotswolds is
an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty AONB in southern
England runs mainly through the counties of Gloucestershire and
Oxfordshire, but also Warwickshire, Wiltshire, Worcestershire and
Somerset.
The Cotswold areacovers almost 800 square
milesof beautiful scenery, chocolate box villages, vibrant
market towns, miles and miles of countryside walks, lots of things
to do and a plentiful supply ofluxury Cotswold hotels, self
catering cottages, bed and breakfast accommodation and places to
eat.
"