Western Road

A spectacular gothic revival family home.
Location: Western Road, Poole
Status: Build Phase
Use: Residential
Client: Private
This locally listed gothic revival lodge, dating from the late 19c, is one of the last survivors of the original setting out of buildings in the exclusive area of Branksome Park, adjacent to Canford Cliffs in Dorset. Sitting in 0.75 acres of extensive garden and with its own woodland, this locally listed building is renowned as a key feature of the Conservation Area.

As the last survivor, it had been severely neglected. After modernisation in 1960s, this very characterful gothic lodge had lost a great deal of its original features.

Fortunately, most of the original structure survived and whilst somewhat decayed, all could be conserved, rebuilt and repaired. The original tented roof still existed and was untouched, but most of the external joinery had decayed. 1960s refurbishment had applied some inconsiderate alterations: all the original doors and windows had been replaced, new flat roof extensions were constructed, and extensive tarmac surface was laid around the buildings -all compounding the building’s decay.

Scott Worsfold Associates were commissioned to research, remodel and design a total refurbishment for this historic home whilst adding expertly designed extensions to replace the ad hoc 1960s additions, and to form one spectacular gothic revival family home.

A full conservation and repair process was engaged, using our expert knowledge, along with a full set of detailed design and construction drawings, which evolved after achieving full planning and conservation area consent.

From a complete and full interior design to external detailing, and finally the whole landscape setting, this practice has worked in partnership with the local conservation officer.

Already heralded as an exemplar by the Local Planning Authority, and noted by local residents as a stunning and fine new home sat in the Conservation Area, our design has been novated by the local council for a conservation design award.

Work is ongoing and we look forward to updating this project page soon with new images.

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