Dungeness: Coastal Architecture

Description

The Kent coastal strip of Dungeness is a unique environment. Harshly vulnerable to the elements yet protected from inland development, it has enticed many architects, artists, photographers and creative thinkers, including of course renowned artist and film-maker Derek Jarman. Its exposed position makes it an extreme place - a viewing station for the shifting sea, the passing clouds and the changing seasons. Design writer Dominic Bradbury is your guide to this border landscape both natural and manmade, from shingle beaches to black houses. Dungeness is a crucible for exciting architecture; the local vernacular includes fishermen's cottages, lighthouses and ex-industrial structures. This mix has attracted leading architects including Rodic Davidson, Fiona Naylor and Brian Johnson, Simon Conder, Guy Holloway and others to complete projects in the area. The book includes sixteen stunning case studies of homes both converted from non-domestic buildings and exciting new builds.

Dominic Bradbury is a well-known journalist who until 1998 was Deputy Editor for a leading interiors magazine. He contributes regularly to Harpers & Queen, Living Etc, Homes & Gardens as well as the 'Space' supplement of the Guardian. He lives in London.

"A relaxing escapist treat." - Catherine Croft, 20th Century Society "The architectural variety showcased nods to the way the Kent coastal strip has long attracted architects, photographers and creative thinkers." - The i Paper