Danish Barn Inspired Home in Surrey

Danish Barn-Inspired Home in Surrey

Project Overview

This stunning Danish barn-inspired home in Surrey is a showcase of a great Passive Timber Frame build. The project includes MBCs complete package and thermal envelope, the outcome is an airtight, watertight home perfectly reflecting the client’s vision of a Danish/Norwegian aesthetic. It’s been a privilege to transform this distinctive vision into a beautifully crafted home.

Technical Highlights: Timber Frame System Used

Passive Insulated Foundation & Slab System: U-Value 0.105–0.15 W/m²K, including underfloor heating (UFH) pipework
300mm Passive Twin Stud Wall: U-Value 0.12 W/m²K
Passive Standard Cut/Vaulted Roof: U-Value 0.10 W/m²K
External Walls: 300mm cellulose insulation, U-Value 0.12 W/m²K
Roof Insulation: 400mm cellulose insulation, U-Value 0.10 W/m²K

Window & Door Specifications

Product: Rationel Auraplus Triple Glazed
U-Value: 0.79 W/m²K
Internal Finish: Laminated Scandinavian spruce
External Finish: 30% gloss aluminium
Features: Built-in thermal efficiency, low maintenance, and Secured By Design as standard

This project was proudly featured in the Autumn 2025 season of Grand Designs, where it beautifully captured the owners’ inspiring journey and the story behind their remarkable build.

To learn more about this project and watch the episode, visit the Grand Designs website via the link below: https://www.granddesigns.tv/surreyhills