IN THE BLEAK MIDWINTER..
Whether it’s a fantastic loft conversion near Matlock, creating truly modern living space in a traditional bungalow; or an ambitious extension adding light and glamour
Category: Renovation
A STEP CLOSER TO HYDRO-ELECRICITY AT CROMFORD MILL
It has been an exciting morning at Cromford Mill today as the restored Water Turbine, which will provide hydro-electric power to the mill, was lifted
Sustainable Renovation of a Listed Farmhouse in the Derbyshire Dales
Listed buildings are historic structures, recognised for their architectural or cultural significance. Every listed building is placed on a national register and, quite rightly, fiercely
DRASTIC MEASURES
A young family living in a house on the verge of collapse. OakenStone’s mission – to give them back their home. Listed buildings can be
Low Carbon Heating for an Isolated Rural Home
Finding the most appropriate solution to a building’s energy requirements, balancing upfront costs, running costs, practicality and site suitability is an increasingly complex challenge. New
Mechanical Ventilation and Heat Recovery
Mechanical Ventilation and Heat Recovery (MVHR) is a ventilation system which extracts moist, stale air from your home’s bathrooms and kitchen areas, and replaces it
Barn Conversion in Kniveton
This beautiful low-carbon family home was born out of the bones of a near derelict old barn. OakenStone’s ingenious design takes full advantage of the potential of the site which provides ground-source heating, as well as a safe garden where the children will play and grow.
BRINGING AN OLD BUILDING BACK TO LIFE
It takes real craftsmanship and expertise to rescue a derelict agricultural barn, whilst respecting and preserving the character of the original building. Using the original
THE JUNGLE BOOK? . . . DEEP IN MATLOCK BATH? . . . REALLY?
Unbelievably our most recently signed up project is this gem right on our doorstep and yet hidden from view by overgrowth and neglect. OakenStone have