Home to architect Craig Hamilton and his wife, painter Diana Hulton, Coed Mawr is a collection of farm buildings set in the Welsh countryside, dating back from 1500. Upon acquiring the site in 1995, the duo's work on the farmhouse has evolved in stages, with an initial focus on restoring the character and materiality of the existing vernacular buildings. The most recent addition is a new library-drawing room, which draws from Hamilton’s wide range of architectural references. Divided into two by a screen of porphyry Ionic columns, the extension offers a thought-provoking exploration of neo-Classicism in a vernacular setting. In this short film, Timothy Smith and Jonathan Taylor (Smith and Taylor) visit Craig at his home in Wales, discussing his practice, philosophy and mentors. 

Timothy Smith and Jonathan Taylor founded Smith + Taylor Architects in 2010, approaching modern architecture with traditional virtues, and a respect for history. Balance, proportion, character, intrigue and wit are central to their work. Current projects include estate buildings for the National Trust, a housing development in East Anglia and several residential conversions and refurbishments.

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