The Hameart project by Loader Monteith revives a traditional stone cottage in the Scottish Highlands through a sharply contemporary yet respectful addition. The extension replaces a failing roof with a single-story volume featuring standing-seam metal cladding, clerestory glazing, and disappearing glass walls that open directly to the garden. Floating above a boundary wall, the addition contrasts the original structure’s red sandstone and pantiled roof while maintaining a dialogue between past and present. Large openings, slim rooflines, and a clear architectural separation allow the new space to feel both grounded and light.

Inside, the home was reconfigured for insulation, flow, and storage, using radiant-heated porcelain floors, built-in joinery, and a natural palette that echoes the site’s materials. Dormant outbuildings were also brought back into use. Loader Monteith worked closely with planners to ensure Hameart respected conservation priorities while meeting future needs. The result is a clean, sculptural retreat that balances shelter, openness, and material memory.

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