A remarkably well-preserved Art Deco house in South London has been saved from demolition, after an urgent intervention by C20 Society and the rare use of a Building Preservation Notice (BPN). 10 Dorchester Drive in Herne Hill was built in 1935. The Herne Hill house sits in a cluster of twentieth century homes, over the road from two other Grade II-listed buildings on the same street, Dorchester Court and Dorchester House, which were also.
A rare Art Deco house from the 1930s has been listed as a Grade II property - and is just one of two left of its kind in the country. 10 Dorchester Drive, Herne Hill, London, is a "remarkably well. In Herne Hill in London sits a rare art deco house from the 1930s, which has now been Grade II listed.
It's a delight of all things thirties, from the unusual exterior design to the brilliant. A perfectly preserved 1930s Art Deco house in Herne Hill received listed status after campaigning by architecture experts and community groups. An art-deco house has been saved from possible demolition after a campaign by local conservation groups.
Built in 1936, 10 Dorchester Drive in Herne Hill was recently sold to a new owner prompting local groups to fear it could be redeveloped. Truly unique Art Deco house in Herne Hill. Full of authentic original features including period fireplaces, parquet floors, and luxurious marble bathroom.
Bright and modern kitchen. ICON SAVED - A remarkably well-preserved Art Deco house in South London has been saved from demolition, after an urgent intervention by the C20 Society. Number 10 Dorchester Drive in Herne Hill was built in 1935-36 by Kemp and Tasker with the builders Messrs Morrell.
The house is based on the architects' winning design for the Daily Mail Ideal Home Exhibition in 1934 and is one of only two. A south London house been listed at Grade II after Historic England said its 'remarkable survival' showcased 'the architectural ideals of the 1930s' Number 10 Dorchester Drive, in Herne Hill, was completed in 1936 by architects Leslie Kemp and Frederick Tasker, who are better known for their Art Deco cinemas.