The Ascot House, Ascot
A Contemporary Home in the Green Belt
Set within the peaceful countryside of Ascot, The Ascot House is a luxury new-build residence that reflects Morph Design Studio’s commitment to sustainable architectural design. Acting as residential architects and project managers, we created a home that balances modern form with a deep respect for its natural surroundings. Achieving planning approval within the Green Belt is a rare accomplishment, and this success underscores the careful consideration given to scale, materials and landscape integration. The result is a property that feels both contemporary and timeless, responding gracefully to its rural setting.
Planning with Sensitivity and Vision
Working within a protected Green Belt context required strategic planning and clear communication with the local authority. Acting as planning approval architects, our team demonstrated how the proposed design enhanced the site’s character while adhering to environmental and policy guidelines. Through detailed technical drawings, sustainable design principles and precise documentation, we achieved approval for a home that respects both its setting and the surrounding community. This process reflects Morph Design Studio’s expertise in guiding complex planning applications through careful design reasoning and strong visual presentation.
A Structure Rooted in Craftsmanship
At the heart of The Ascot House lies a striking framework of reclaimed French oak, chosen for its strength, texture and history. Each beam tells its own story, repurposed to form the home’s structural and emotional core. Acting as residential architects and material coordinators, we paired this reclaimed timber with heritage brickwork to ground the building in tradition. The tactile quality of these natural materials, combined with meticulous joinery, reinforces the connection between architecture, craftsmanship and environment.
Balancing Tradition with Modern Design
Externally, the home’s material palette strikes a balance between warmth and modernity. The use of black larch cladding introduces a sleek, contemporary contrast to the heritage brick base, while also allowing the façade to evolve naturally over time as the timber silvers with age. Acting as extension architects and design specialists, we carefully composed the elevations to capture light and shadow across the day. The home’s proportions, detailing and alignment reflect Morph Design Studio’s precision-led approach to architectural design, rooted in simplicity, texture and long-term durability.
Light, Material and Space
Internally, the architecture celebrates space and clarity. Natural light floods the home through expansive glazing, illuminating the oak framework and accentuating the interplay of organic materials. Acting as project managers, we coordinated design and construction teams to ensure every finish aligned with the client’s vision. The open-plan layout fosters connection between living areas, while private zones maintain comfort and calm. The atmosphere is defined by clean lines, subtle contrasts and a sense of tranquillity that resonates with its surroundings.
A Home Defined by Integrity and Sustainability
The Ascot House, Ascot encapsulates Morph Design Studio’s belief in architecture that endures through honesty, material quality and environmental responsibility. The project demonstrates how thoughtful architectural design can achieve planning success within a sensitive Green Belt location while delivering a home of exceptional beauty and performance. Rooted in tradition yet distinctly modern, it stands as a refined example of sustainable design and craftsmanship, a testament to what can be achieved when architecture and nature are in perfect balance.
