2012 WINNERS
Tynte Park Lodge
Co. Wicklow, Ireland
A 19th century chapel, reimagined.
Constructed 200 years ago, this renovation
and addition transformed what was originally a
school for estate workers’ children and private
chapel into a stunning historic residence.
Tynte Park Lodge, Dunlavin was constructed
between 1810 and 1820. The original property
was converted and used as a residence in the
mid 1970s. In 1999, the present owner
embarked on a renovation and addition to the
property, extending the existing single-story
building with a new two-story extension.
The addition added a kitchen/dining area,
sitting room, and disabled-accessible shower
on the main floor, and a master bedroom,
dressing room, and office on the second story.
Upon completion of the stone-faced addition,
the surrounding gardens were extensively
planted and feature ponds installed. The
installation of Marvin Windows and Doors
throughout the addition frames restful views of
the surrounding gardens, dramatic cornfields,
and the majestic beech woods of Tynte Park
House.