This Scottish farmhouse wants you to share a sea view

It's a historic architect's challenge to revitalize old buildings while maintaining the structure's regional identity. Scottish firm WT Architecture, however, excels in this and transformed this 1970s house kit into a lovely passive-energy modern farmhouse. 
Located in the Sorisdale settlement on Scottland's northwestern coast, this building site was isolated and difficult to reach. Logistics crews had to deliver most material by sea into the facing bay. The developers also extensively used local stone to tie the house to the ancient ruins of the area and to insulate it against cold winds.
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The lengthy middle portion created a free walking space to join the side portions of the old house. This sunny addition accomplishes a 50 percent increase in floor space from the original structure. Look much light it lets in. 
The central living room overlooks the bay. The light-colored wooden flooring distinguishes the living space from the grey-tiled patio and sprawling sea view.
A minimalistic fireplace decorates a hefty pillar. There's no mantle, but the slate hearth doubles as a bench seat.
This living room enjoys another spectacular view of the bay. Insulated windows retain the warmth and reduce the need for artificial lighting. The hardware is kept to a minimum to let the view take center stage. Just open the patio door to let in a cool breeze.
Here is a view of the back patio, just off of the dining area. It's the perfect place to sit outside in warm weather.
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WT Architecture's website is full of amazing renovation pictures and modern structures that fit in with Scotland's architecture revival.
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