A spectacular hilltop site with sea views all round was beintg neglected by the brick and tile house built on it. Fortunately there was space on the seaward side for a one room extension that realises the potential. The dominant hexagon window results from height constraints and allows the centre of the room to project up into the roof space whilst retaining insulating, ventilated side roofs.

Environmental performance is central to the design. There are photovoltaic cells on the roof, extended western eaves and a raised 'jack roof'that ventilates the main space. The southwestern corner is occupied by a spa which acts as a heat sink as well as a low cool zone in summer.