August 2023
Charles Rennie Mackintosh's 78 Derngate features Haddonstone cast stonework in major extension project
Built in 1815,78 Derngateis a Grade II* listed Georgian house in the Cultural Quarter of Northampton, the interior of which was extensively remodelled in the early 1900's by Charles Rennie Mackintosh, one of Britain's most influential and celebrated designers. Commissioned for businessman Wenman Joseph Bassett-Lowke for his first marital home, Mackintosh's designs for the house are considered to be one of the first examples of the Art Deco style to be seen in Britain; it is the only house in England designed by the master and is now an award-winning tourist attraction.
With an impressive heritage in beautiful cast stonework, neighbourHaddonstonewas the natural partner when it came to manufacturing and supplying the exacting cast stonework designs as part of a recent extension project at 78 Derngate. The main part of the project, which was part-funded by the government, centred on the renovation to the atrium and the creation of a new ‘learning garden', tearoom and improved disabled access.
Haddonstone supplied the copings, steps, and risers; all designed and hand-crafted to complement, and blend seamlessly with, the original beautiful structures.
For further information, call 01604 770711 or visit www.haddonstone.com
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With Compliments:
Taylor Alden
7 Bell Yard
London
WC2A 2JR
NOTE TO EDITOR:
Haddonstone is a trusted specialist in the design and manufacture of architectural and garden stonework. The ranges comprise cast stone architecture for residential and commercial projects, and beautiful formal and informal garden, home and landscape products.
All products are made to order in Northamptonshire and are available in both standard and bespoke designs. Stunning Show Gardens are located in East Haddon, near to the manufacturing facility.