Moxon
A tranquil landscape featuring a meadow filled with white wildflowers in the foreground. A modest house is partially visible among a cluster of trees, set against the backdrop of a large, sunlit mountain under a clear sky.
Torridon Gateway

Torridon Gateway

Highlands, Scotland

2022

Client   National Trust for Scotland
Buildings · Culture & Leisure · Workplace
The Torridon Gateway Visitor Centre and Ranger Base is proposed at the southeast side of a parcel of land at the junction for Torridon village off the A896 between Kinlochewe and Shieldaig. The proposed Gateway Visitor Centre - and by extension its surrounding site - is envisioned to act both as a signpost for the area and a stand-alone destination for visitors and locals alike.
A modern, low-profile building with a grass-covered roof is nestled among lush trees. It borders a field of wildflowers under a hazy sky, with a mountainous backdrop.
A modern building with a slanted roof sits in a vast, minimal, snowy landscape. A curved, dark road leads toward the structure, surrounded by white ground and distant pale hills.

The facility will be an exciting and attractive destination, comprised of a careful balance of public & private facilities, and fixed & flexible functions to suit the needs of the NTS and the community. The existing ranger base no longer meets the requirements of the NTS, has fallen into a considerable state of disrepair and will be demolished. An important aspect of the proposed design is that equal importance is placed on the building and on its surrounding landscape – maximizing the overall functionality and appeal of the Gateway Visitor Centre whilst maintaining a modest and sustainable building footprint appropriate to the immediate and wider landscape.

A modern, minimalist house with large glass windows is softly illuminated in a serene landscape. Its surrounded by trees and mist, with a foreground of grassy fields dotted with small white flowers, creating a peaceful, atmospheric scene.
Sketch of a modern building with a horizontal layout. Features a flat roof with greenery and prominent triangular supports along the facade. Measurements are handwritten beside the structure.
A modern wooden building sits alone in a vast, snowy landscape at the base of a snow-covered hill under a clear, bright sky.
A wooden structure with vertical and diagonal beams forms a symmetrical pattern. The building has a flat roof and is elevated on short pillars. The natural wood color contrasts with the greenery in the background.
A modern building with a green roof stands in a field of wildflowers. The structure has vertical support beams and is set against a backdrop of dense green trees. The warm lighting suggests early morning or late afternoon.
A modern wooden pavilion with a slanted roof and open framework is situated in a grassy field. The structure features a sign with National Trust and Scotland. Trees and hills provide a natural backdrop under a clear sky.
A misty landscape with tall trees on the left and right, an open grassy area in the middle, and a modern building with warm lights on the right. Mountains are visible in the background under a cloudy sky.
A modern, low-profile house with large windows is situated in a lush, green meadow with scattered bushes. Tall trees stand around the house, and a hazy mountain rises in the background under a soft, golden sky.
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Two architectural elevation drawings show buildings against a backdrop of trees. The top image depicts a small structure, while the bottom image shows a larger building with a wide facade and geometric features.
A detailed wooden architectural model on display, showcasing a structure with intricate trusses. Tiny human figures are placed on the model, highlighting its scale. Framed artworks are blurred in the background.
Two detailed architectural exploded axonometric drawings show layered construction elements, including walls, floors, beams, columns, and suspended ceiling structures, with components separated to illustrate assembly.
Two detailed architectural exploded axonometric diagrams show the structural, spatial, and site components of a modern house, with labels identifying elements like roof, floors, beams, foundation, and site topography.
Partner
Structural engineer
David Narro Associates

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