Grand Designs Episode Information Bournemouth: The Penthouse

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1. Who is the manufacturer of the insulation used in the dome? Anyone know where it can be purchased?

   Posted by Bjarne Thygesen on 20/09/2009 11:23:13

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2. We now live in nz, and this episode (Feb 14th) has just been shown! This was of particular interest as we both come from Bournemouth. The exact location would end our 'debate'!Is it to the right of the pier? (Poole side) We always knew of two piers, but each time the camera showed only one. We were both enjoying the project and then, 'intently' watching the bay views, at a closer range! This building so epitomises the grandeur of the area, always appreciated never complacent!and have worked in many of the hotels! Are you aware of the 'origins' of Bournemouth? The vision of an entreprenuer to create a 'restful break' for wealthy Londoners! Apparently to ensure this embarked on the mass planting of pine trees, to induce a 'restful environment'! On conclusion and consideration of the various changes undertaken it was interesting to hear the words of 'in hindsight' and indeed commendable to hear the 'acknowledgement' of the owners! - So often stubbornly denied! I would also have preferred to see the space more open, thus connecting with the openess of the surounding panorama that lay before them. However they have much to be proud of, the home was amazing, just loved the lounge area, cleverly 'connecting' the bespoke staircase with the placement of the light fitting above and it's intricate design, pleasing to the eye. The attention to the detail 'was not lost! also the period' of both very subtle, love it! And lets not forget the fish tank! And it's incredible placement of, how 3d is that?!! Though intrigued as to the 'maintenance of' etc! Whilst I adored the mezannine concept, the only thing I questioned was the continual change of lighting colours. I would have thought it more restful, replicating the great 'blue beyond'! You mentioned your intentions for this space, was that of a library per se, I would like to know, do you still have the changing colours? I would have thoughthindsight? Are you still And on hindsight are you I just love colour, however does this not detract from the peaceful relaxed space associated with reading?!Any regrets on

   Posted by Sheila Ingham on 15/02/2009 11:45:01

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