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open-plan kitchen and living room with sliding glass doors leading to patio with stunning sea views

South Point

RIBA award winning modern homes.
Location Lilliput, Poole
Status Built
Use Residential
Client Portus Homes

This pair of award winning houses occupy an elevated position in sought after Lilliput, Poole.

It was clear that the panoramic views of the harbour should be set at the upper level, resulting on the principal living spaces being located on the first floor.

Project Awards & Recognition

Dorset Property & Architecture Awards
Highly Commended ‘Best Eco or Environmental Project’
2010
RIBA Town & Country Design Awards
Winner ‘Residential’ Category
2009
front view of two houses with timber cladding and zinc detail with gates in front of driveway

Timber-clad boxes perched on a concrete plinth

The entrance is clearly defined within the curved, zinc fin set to one side. The box element was conceived as a lightweight form and so has been constructed as a steel frame. The choice of sustainable timber for the external cladding relates to the site’s close proximity to the sea.

The main entrance takes you along a generous hallway to a double-height stair void. This arrives in a garden room.

 

open-plan kitchen and living room with sliding glass doors leading to patio with stunning sea views

The upper level, given entirely to the living spaces, offers excellent views of the harbour, with full-width sliding doors. An external decked area has been formed adjacent to the zinc fin, providing a private external space and visual drama. The basement accommodates a stylish cinema media room.

Photography Portus homes Photography
Completion Date 2009

contemporary house with sea view and curved zinc wall
zinc wall with window detail