FRANCIS JOHNSON AND PARTNERS

New Country House, Cornwall

This house occupies a commanding site previously occupied by a house that was destroyed by wartime bombing.

With its painted stucco façades and subtle use of classical motifs, the house has the character of Regency maritime architecture. The capitals of the pilasters to the entrance front take the form of scallop shells. On the sea facing side, a large bow and two broad Wyatt windows take advantage of the magnificent view. Inside there is a double height staircase hall.

The walls are of brick with a lime based mortar; though the house is well insulated care has been taken to allow the structure to "breathe" and avoid condensation. There is no structural steel in the building as it was felt this could corrode in the harsh environment. The plinth of the portico and window cills are of local granite.