A 1930s futuristic circular home on the Essex seafront designed by a renowned British architect is on sale for £950,000.
The one-of-a-kind masterpiece evokes the inimitable style of the interwar period in both its sleek interior and its architecture.
The house, in Frinton-on-Sea, has a two-tier structure which offers stunning panoramic vistas over the sea and its front room has an original 1932 mosaic floor.
A 1930s futuristic circular home in Frinton-on-Sea, Essex, designed by renowned British architect Oliver Hill, is on sale for £950,000
The one-of-a-kind masterpiece combines retro and modern styles typical of the period with pastel pinks and blues complementing the unusual curves in the kitchen
The stunning property boasts vistas over the Essex seafront from its panoramic windows thanks to the home’s unusual structure
The three-bedroom house was designed by renowned architect Oliver Hill, a follower of Edwin Lutyens
Other striking shots show the light-filled interior with a quirky games room, spacious bedrooms, a circular hot tub, and even a partial moat to complete the architectural gem.
The three-bedroom house is currently listed by Fine & Country estate agents for £950,000.
It was designed by Oliver Hill, a follower of Edwin Lutyens, who was noted for his architectural modernism in the 1930s and his motif of curved lines throughout his work.
The Fellow of the Royal Institute of British Architects Society has other notable works including the Midland Hotel in Morecambe, Joldwynds in Surrey and the British Pavilion at the Paris Exposition of 1937.
The property in Frinton-on-Sea was due to be part of the Frinton Park Estate, a modernist settlement in Essex of which Hill was the lead designer.
Oliver Hill was noted for his architectural modernism in the 1930s and his motif of curved lines throughout his work, which feature significantly in this property
The front room has an original 1932 mosaic floor in a house which boasts many unusual design features
The property in Frinton-on-Sea was due to be part of the Frinton Park Estate, a modernist settlement in Essex of which Hill was the lead designer
Across 200 acres were planned 1,100 houses, a town hall, college, churches, a shopping area and a hotel.
The project ground to a halt midway through but thankfully 12 designs by Hill were built and 10 are still standing.
The listing of this property states: ‘The Round House has been sympathetically restored to a very high standard and offers luxurious living with fabulous undisturbed views over Frinton-on-Sea waterfront.
‘The beautifully presented Grade II listed modern movement home was designed by renowned British architect Oliver Hill in the early 1930s, with the concept to construct a modernist estate, incorporating opulent, functional living, for the middle classes looking for grandiose homes by the sea, within close proximity of London.
‘Oliver Hill’s vision was to create London’s Long Island in a modernist style.
‘Originally there were plans to build around 1,100 new homes, with a modern element, namely Frinton Park estate.
The Fellow of the Royal Institute of British Architects Society has other notable works including the Midland Hotel in Morecambe, Joldwynds in Surrey and the British Pavilion at the Paris Exposition of 1937
Across 200 acres in the seaside town were planned 1,100 houses, a town hall, college, churches, a shopping area and a hotel but the project ground to a half halfway through
‘Sadly, this did not come to fruition and there are approximately 40 individually styled homes in Frinton-On Sea.
‘The map of which is proudly placed in mosaic tiles within the front reception room of The Round House, which was constructed to be the show home of this wonderful venture.’
After being carefully restored by the current owner, the property is now on the market for someone looking for a property like no other.
The seller said: ‘Having spent many happy, family holidays in Frinton, I had always been fascinated by the futuristic, modern movement style of The Round House.
‘When the property came to market, it’s fair to say that it was in a dilapidated state, but I was ready for the challenge.
‘The stylish outside space is perfect for entertaining and is reminiscent of 1930s South Beach Miami with a hot tub, wood burner and potential for outside cooking.
The property has been carefully restored by the current owner and is now on the market for someone looking for a home like no other
Oliver Hill’s vision was to create London’s Long Island in a modernist style and the house appears just as modern nearly 90 years later
The seller said: ‘Having spent many happy, family holidays in Frinton, I had always been fascinated by the futuristic, modern movement style of The Round House’
‘The sub-tropical mature garden is illuminated at dusk, thus making it ideal for alfresco dining.
‘The views from the house are superb, both by day and by night and it is still a pleasure to look towards Harwich at sunset and enjoy waking up to the sunrise over the sea.
‘The Round House is very much a party house, perfect for indoor/outdoor entertainment, and it’s generally a very sociable space.
‘The front veranda is the perfect setting to enjoy a glass of wine on a summers evening and roof ladders offer the opportunity for sunbathing and quiet moments of reflection.
The seller said: ‘The Round House is very much a party house, perfect for indoor/outdoor entertainment, and it’s generally a very sociable space’
‘I have loved living in a Grade II listed modern movement house and have enjoyed the benefit of the original features, including the fashionable Crittell windows.
‘It’s just a short stroll down the slope to the beach where I have had fun kite surfing, paddle boarding and kayaking.
‘I will miss owning a wonderful piece of history, which is also a priceless piece of art, with unparalleled views, adjacent to a stunning beach and easy access to central London.’