House Plans: Contemporary Farmhouse with SIPs

Nicola and Andrew Orr wanted a stress-free build that worked around their full-time jobs. Consequently, they decided to hand over the management of their self-build to package company Thomson Homes Construction.

Their completed home adheres to their area’s strict eco guidelines. Natural materials play a big role in the external structure. A slate roof and sandstone cladding were used alongside wet-dash roughcast render, maintenance-free windows and weatherboarding.

Thanks to the home’s SIPs construction system, the house is also highly insulated and achieves an excellent level of airtightness.