Eavesdrop

by Tom Dowdall Architects

Client Private

Award RIBA South East Award 2024.

This beautifully crafted house was built in the grounds of the client’s former family home in Sussex, which was sold to finance this more sustainable and suitable accommodation as the occupants grow older.

All on one floor, the house has level thresholds throughout. It centres around a generous landscaped courtyard while also taking advantage of the stunning garden views from bedrooms. The roof rises dramatically to form a generous living space and, with its overhang, creates an interest to the exterior form. There is a consistency throughout, with even some of the internal furniture constructed from the same materials as the building itself.

Contractor Self Build - Construction Managed by Tom Dowdall Architects

Structural Engineer Richard CEng MICE

Environmental / M&E Engineer Enhabit - now QODA Consulting

Environmental / M&E Engineer AMA Consult - up to planning

Gross internal area in m² 411