Bofors Tower

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A Grade II listed redundant anti-aircraft gun emplacement has been restored and converted into a house. Built in 1940 to defend a radar station at Dunkirk, the conversion retains much of the existing fabric. New components consist of glazed curtain walls and zinc- or render-faced external walls set back from the outside faces of the existing frame. A new flat roof oversails the building on all sides, providing shelter over the south stair. Large sliding doors connect each of the principal rooms and open to the outdoors.

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The new house retains the strength of the original form

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Context

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Before restoration

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View of the house and al fresco terrace

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Open plan kitchen

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Upstairs living space and deck

City
Kent, UK
Use
Housing
Client
Private
Status
Completed
Units
1
Awards

RIBA Regional Award 2009

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Structure: Price and Myers

Services: Atelier Ten

Surveyor: Boyden & Co

Contractor: WW Martin, Ramsgate Ltd

Photography: Charlotte Wood