The Balancing Barn

The Balancing Barn stands on the edge of a tranquil nature reserve a few miles inland from the Suffolk coast, near the historic towns of Walberswick and Aldeburgh.  Clad in elegant silver tiles, the house dramatically cantilevers over the landscape, providing views from its huge panoramic windows over woods, ponds and meadows. The house was designed by the Dutch firm MVRDV, who have won a world-wide reputation for the ingenuity, playfulness and comfort of their designs.

The Balancing Barn sleeps 8 people. See more photos and find out more about the accommodation and what's included. Click here for availability for holidays in 2011 and 2012.

Watch a video of an interview by Dezeen with Winy Maas of MVRDV. Watch a video of Winy Maas being interviewed at The Balancing Barn during its construction (click the arrow on the image to play).

Recent awards:

• RIBA Awards 2011 (winner)
• Brit Insurance Design Awards 2011 (shortlisted)
• Red dot design award (winner)
• Conde Nast Traveller Innovation & Design Awards 2011 (winner, Leisure)