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.

About the Author

Dominic Bradbury is a journalist and lecturer specialising in architecture and design. He has written for Wallpaper, World of Interiors, Elle Decoration, Vogue Living, The Telegraph and The Financial Times. His books include The Atlas of Mid-Century Modern Houses, Mid-Century Modern Complete, New Brazilian House, The Iconic House (sold over 50k in HB), The Iconic Interior, Mountain Modern and Waterside Modern.

Rachael Smith is one of the leading architectural and interiors photographers in the UK. Her work has featured in World of Interiors magazine for many years and she also contributes to a wide variety of other leading publications, including The Telegraph, The Times, House & Garden and Homes & Gardens.

Reviews

"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

Book Information
ISBN 9781911663737
Author Dominic Bradbury
Format Hardback
Page Count 208
Imprint Pavilion
Publisher HarperCollins Publishers