Isle Ornsay design on the Isle of Lewis

Name - John MacLeod

Design - "The Isle Ornsay"

Location - Shawbost, Isle of Lewis

Builder - Lewis Builders, Stornoway, Isle of Lewis

Work started on this house in early 2005 and was ready to move into in July.

This is the central dining area. This is a versatile space that could also be used as a family room instead.

Looking up from the dining area to the gallery above.

Another view of the gallery. This is a striking feature that adds to the general feeling of space and light throughout the house.

From the dining area looking towards the main entrance and the stairs.

Looking from the gallery down to the dining area.

This shows the large lounge where there is plenty of space for a feature stove, fireplace and hearth.

Looking from the lounge through the double doors to the dining area, and then beyond to the kitchen. This photo also shows off lovely slate floor.

The freestanding kitchen units look great and add lots of character and style.

The large kitchen is both functional and informal.

Additional Information

• Read an interesting John MacLeod article and about how timber construction is kind to the environment.