New Build
A Landmark Sustainable Home Overlooking the White Cliffs of Dover
Located just 70m from the edge of the coast, adjacent to the iconic White Cliffs of Dover, this stunning new Paragraph 84 (Para 55) dwelling was allowed at appeal in July 2017. The site lies within the Kent Downs National Landscape (formerly AONB), the Heritage Coast, and directly alongside the Saxon Shore Way SSSI.
The principal strategy focused on integrating the passive house seamlessly into the calcareous grasslands and chalky cliff tops. Its curved form creates south-facing amenity space and maximises seascape views to the east and west. Along the internal curve, an integrated Solar Wall feeds warm air into the MVHR system, reducing the home’s heating requirements and enhancing sustainability.
The house is now nearing completion, with photographs to be shared soon. In the meantime, the site can be experienced in person along the Saxon Shore Way, walking toward Kingsdown and enjoying the dramatic coastal backdrop.
Plan
Function, orientation to views & sun path
Along the inside of the internal curve facade, an integrated ‘Solar Wall’ will feed warm air into the MVHR system, thus reducing the heating requirements of the house.
