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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 preserving its original spirit and memory. His design philosophy aims to reconnect with the past and the stories held within everyday buildings.
The renovation celebrates original features, with the kitchen joinery crafted from the cottage's own reclaimed timber beams. Daly is now applying a similar philosophy to converting a Canterbury sheep shearing shed, again prioritizing the building's history and character.
Q&A with architect Ben Daly
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