The scheme, situated on the edge of the Falmouth Conservation Area, replaces a derelict nursing home requiring demolition due to structural instability and asbestos. 28 apartments are distributed across five small unconventional blocks, reaching up to four storeys. A deliberate hierarchy, adapting to the site’s steeply sloping topography, places the taller blocks to the less visible central area. Working with the challenges of this narrow site, we have crafted thoughtful and generous homes that make the most of the sea views.
Drawing inspiration from the work of 20th Century artists attracted to Cornwall for its unique light who painted Cornish coastal towns, the design features a string of butterfly-shaped faceted white cubes. These structures capture the essence of the clustered white forms depicted in the paintings, employing plain materials to create depth and shadow to exploit the interplay of the cool Cornish light.
