Sundown, Widemouth Bay, Cornwall

Sundown is a new contemporary home in Widemouth Bay, Cornwall. Our brief was to design a modern house to replace the existing dilapidated bungalow. It was important to ensure the new building conformed to neighbouring roof heights to satisfy planning criteria and was contained within the original footprint. Accommodating two storeys was achieved through the use of a curved roof profile. This innovative approach allowed for first floor open plan living that maximises magnificent sea views. Sundown’s appearance adopts a form and materials that relate strongly to its coastal location. Externally, the building boasts a mixture of white render and timber cladding, with aluminium windows, glazed juliet balconies and a hardwood front door. Photography: The Beach House Company