Serendipity

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This property is located on the Glebe Estate which uniquely lies in the lee of 

Ballard Down, a chalk ridge extending East to the landmark Old Harry Rocks 

on the Jurassic Coast. Elevated above Studland Village the site enjoys far 

reaching views across Poole Harbour and North Dorset.

Working with clients from inception gave the opportunity to explore timber 

frame and steel construction methods, sustainable materials and energy 

efficient mechanical systems.

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The house is on 4 levels to knit into the steeply sloping site and take best 

advantage of the views.

The bedroom wing, beyond the stairs is set above the living areas.

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Interplay of simple materials, roof planes and levels stepping up the site.

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Steel framed balcony cantilevered dramatically with FSC approved hardwood deck 

with glass and stainless-steel balustrade.

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Steps up to the bedroom wing from the dining area

Basic materials, glass oak and local guillotined Purbeck stone walling give a simple 

elegance to the interplay of solid and void at the junction of different levels.

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From the kitchen one can look across the breakfast bar and living area to 

the view of Poole harbour beyond.

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Muted natural colours of the kitchen island and units beyond.

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The ground floor entrance lobby is a fulcrum between the garage and playroom 

level and the main living and bedroom levels above.

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Externally an interplay of horizontal planes and elements where different sections 

of the building meet.

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The East corner of the living room, where the stone terrace morphs into the 

cantilevered balcony overlooking Poole Harbour to the North.