House in the Woods – Dover

Nestled within the tranquil woodland setting of Temple Ewell, Dover, House in the Woods is a meticulously designed private home that harmonises contemporary architecture with its natural surroundings. The playful design embraces the organic slope of the hill, contrasting the landscape with a bold cantilevered volume that hovers gracefully above the terrain, like a fallen tree, creating a striking pedestal-like form.

The architecture emphasises a thoughtful connection to nature, with expansive glazing framing the surrounding views. A ‘found space’ lower-level provides guest and ancillary accommodation, blending seamlessly into the ground to enhance the home’s connection to the site. Balancing functionality with serenity, the design offers the ideology of modern living while celebrating and respecting the beauty of its wooded environment.

 

Project Details

General

Location:
Dover
Type:
Residential
Area:
165sqm
Duration:
2022
Client:
Private Commission
Status:
Unrealised

Consultants

Structural Engineering:
Built Engineers
Ground Engineering:
Ground Engineering
Arboriculturalist:
Eco Assistance
Ecologist:
Eco Assistance

Collaborators

Visuals:
Luce.

Budget:

£850,000
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