Jurassic Coast Café
Visitor Centre and Café in Collaboration with the National Trust
In collaboration with the National Trust, DMW designed a new visitor centre, café, and associated public facilities, offering stunning panoramic views of the Jurassic Coast. Given the site's location, the design had to account for the ongoing challenge of coastal erosion, ensuring that the building could adapt as the cliff edge receded.
Project Director: Ryan Martin
Project Lead: Adam Radwanski
At the heart of the design is a modular galvanised steel frame system, reminiscent of a 'meccano' structure. This adaptable system is supported by screw piles, providing stability and flexibility. The component parts of the structure can be easily dismantled and reassembled, ensuring that when the cliff edge recedes to within 10 metres, the building can be relocated further inland.
The wall cladding for the building will be sourced from the National Trust’s own reclaimed timber stores, enhancing the building's sustainability credentials. The roof will be constructed from galvanised reusable sheets, ensuring that it is durable, recyclable, and in keeping with the environmentally-conscious design ethos.
The visitor centre has been designed to be accessible to all, with spaces that cater to a wide range of users. The café and public facilities provide a welcoming and inclusive environment for visitors to rest, learn, and enjoy the views, ensuring that the site remains a valuable community resource.
