modernist exterior shot modern rural barn vertical timber cladding converted historic barn black stained timber minimal glazing details rolling english countryside soft overcast light scandinavian rural aesthetic architectural photography style rory gardiner style photograph timber cladding detail close up of vertical timber planks with subtle weathering aligned precisely rain screen detailing glazing interface frictionless junction between full height glazing and timber cladding show minimal frame details roof vent slots modern slit style ventilation openings on pitched timber roof minimal and well integrated landscape integration building base blends gently with rural setting grass runs up to edge of foundation with no visible gutters a pair of rural buildings nestled in a soft rolling countryside setting one is a contemporary barn with vertical timber cladding minimalist detailing and large glass openings the other is a converted historic barn with black timber weatherboarding clay tiled pitched roof and skylights both sit harmoniously in the landscape surrounded by leafless winter trees grassy fields and distant hills the overall atmosphere is calm muted and pastoral with soft natural light and earthy colours architecture