Tom Dowdall Architects has unveiled Eavesdrop, a Paragraph 84 house situated within the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in West Sussex.

Designed as a new residence for Dowdall’s parents in their retirement, the project has been built close to their former home, a Grade II listed lodge, where they resided for over four decades.

Eavesdrop is integrated into the existing landscape, featuring gardens more manageable for the homeowners in their retirement. The house is located on a former tennis court, is separated from the listed building by a long spine wall and overlooks a natural, wild meadow.

Inspired by traditional agricultural buildings of the region, the energy-efficient design prioritises sustainability and accessibility. The single-storey layout includes four bedrooms, social spaces, and a central courtyard, intended to promote wellbeing and relaxation.

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