Courtyard Barn, Secluded Elegance

April 22, 2026

Long Barn is a single-storey home in Hertfordshire designed by TAS Architects, completed in 2024. Two off-site manufactured timber-framed volumes are arranged around a central courtyard garden, with the glazing composition framing views of the mature planting and trees beyond.

The site sits within the curtilage of a Grade II listed Lutyens house and within an emerging Green Belt - planning permission was granted in 2021 following work with specialist planning consultants.

The project was designed and delivered to AECB standards throughout. The timber frames were manufactured off site by Timber Innovations, minimising site time and material waste. Wall construction uses a hybrid cavity filled with wood fibre insulation, achieving the high airtightness and thermal performance the standard demands without the off-gassing associated with synthetic alternatives. Structural engineering was by Price & Myers; main contractor was Base Developments.

Awards & Press for Long Barn

Project photos: James Brittain.

Products Used

Outward Opening Alu-clad Framed Door (S307A)
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Outward Opening Alu-clad Window (P31A)
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Inward Opening Alu-clad Panel Door (S305A)
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“Having used Norrsken in the past we were happy to recommend them to one of our clients who was looking for the best sound proofing and weatherproofing they could get being set on a hill top overlooking the sea and facing strong westerly winds. They were not disappointed. A quality product, delivered well and on time. Thankyou.”

Ken Pearson

Homeowner

"I did my research before contacting Norrsken but they had come highly recommended by our Architect for our Passive House self build.

From the first meeting with Nick we felt confident that they were the Company for us."

Ali and Brian Manning

Homeowners

"Fantastic professional service, from the original design to the final installation. The triple-glazed windows and doors that have been fitted to our new house are of a very high quality and look amazing. We definitely made the right choice when we decided to use Norrsken, nothing is too much trouble for them."

Nigel

Homeowner

"Excellent Company from start to finish… If only every window supplier operated like this! I have used many others over the years on various projects but Norrsken far exceeded all of them… I hope this helps you make a decision for what is probably a large chunk of your budget… They are totally worth it"

Angela Smith

Homeowner

“Exceptional service and user-friendly design! Highly recommended. Exceptional service and user-friendly design! Highly recommended.”

Dale Everett

Home Contractors

“Exceptional service and user-friendly design! Highly recommended. Exceptional service and user-friendly design! Highly recommended. Exceptional service and user-friendly design! Highly recommended.”

Priya Sharma

DMV Architects

"Exceptional service and user-friendly design! Highly recommended. Exceptional service and user-friendly design! Highly recommended."

Matt Clarke

Arch.Home&Office

"Exceptional service and user-friendly design! Highly recommended."

Steven Joost

Home Contractors

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Modern interior with a large triple-glazed window showing a garden view

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