Lecht Cottage
Lecht Cottage
In the northeast of Scotland, on Royal Deeside in Aberdeenshire, Lecht Cottage is a collection of three conjoined buildings dating from the 19th century – a fine example of the region’s vernacular architecture, and with all of its original fittings intact.
The house and its small shop annex have been restored, and its water-powered threshing mill has been transformed into a small photography gallery. To this, a south-facing extension has been added, expanding the living area and – with a full-height corner window – offering spectacular views across the Howe of Cromar. New and original elements of the house are linked by untreated larch cladding, grown locally in the area.
Partner
Contractor
Scott Duthie Joinery
Awards
Aberdeen Society of Architects
·Residential Award
·Winner
·2010
Aberdeen Society of Architects
·Small Project Award
·Winner
·2010