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This renovated 1950s railway cottage reconnects with the past
Ben Daly turns a plain 1950s railway cottage into something personal and magical, without losing its original spirit.
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Architect Ben Daly has transformed a 1950s railway cottage, focusing on reconnecting with the building's past and memory. He created a personal space while preserving its original spirit.
Key features include the original windows and kitchen joinery crafted from reclaimed timber sourced from the cottage itself. Daly is now applying this same philosophy to a new project—an old sheep shearing shed in Canterbury—exploring how these unique, crafted homes will age and evolve over time.
Q&A with architect Ben Daly
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