18/06/2025
A Glimpse into the Past: The Dairy Cottage, Highfield – 1879
Drawn by Treasure & Son Ltd., Shrewsbury
We’re proud to share this remarkable architectural drawing published in The Building News on February 7, 1879 — a true window into our firm’s historic legacy. This illustration depicts the charming Dairy Cottage at Highfield, Shrewsbury, designed by Treasure & Son Ltd. for T.M. Howells Esq.
In an era when craftsmanship and design flourished, this cottage embodies the picturesque Tudor Revival style with ornate timber framing, tall chimneys, and a warm, welcoming porch. Look closely at the exquisite attention to detail — from the textured rooflines to the symmetry of the windows, it’s a testament to the skilled hand of our 19th-century predecessors.
On the right of the drawing, you’ll see the original ground and chamber plans, highlighting practical yet elegant spaces:
A well-planned kitchen and dairy for everyday life
Spacious bedrooms in the chamber plan
A cozy parlour at the heart of the home
This drawing isn’t just architectural history — it’s our heritage. Treasure & Son Ltd. has been building and restoring homes, estates, and civic buildings across Shropshire and beyond since 1747. Seeing work like this reminds us why we continue to do what we do: preserving the craftsmanship, care, and tradition that defines British architecture.
Based in Ludlow, we continue to honour this legacy today — still proudly family-owned and committed to excellence.
A special thank you to Paul Clerkin, Publisher of Archiseek.com, for kindly granting us permission to share this historic image.
