“Peter Aldington is one of Britain’s finest 20th century architects (recognised by the fact that he has more of his house designs listed by English Heritage than any other living architect). This beautiful house has even been given a rare Grade II listing by English Heritage in recognition of it’s incredible design. It is believed to be the only house of it’s kind in Yorkshire. Aldington’s talent lies in his masterly manipulation of space and form and his exacting eye for detail”. themodernhouse.net Bryden Rimmer was sat with his mother in London when she passed him her iPad. She had been browsing the exclusive listings site, themodernhouse. net, which happened to feature a house for sale in Bessacarr, Doncaster. Although Bryden had never been to Doncaster, and only once to Yorkshire, this building’s incredible design and story inspired him to take the train up north to view the house. On viewing the building Bryden fell in love with this home and bought himself a new life in Doncaster as part of the purchase. Architect Peter Aldington designed and built the house for his friend Brian Wilkinson, who was one of the founders of the Little Theatre. His wife Avril was also a popular local teacher. Nearly all of the house’s original features have been kept, with a few additions added from Bryden’s own modernist design collection. Bryden even got to keep the original drawings for the build too, which came with the house when it was purchased. We asked Bryden how he’s found his transition to Doncastrian life. He replied: “I’m really happy here, people are friendly and down to earth. It was a shock at first…. But even my friends who visit from London really enjoy the nightlife here. It’s not as pretentious. I love that. My favourite haunt is Biscuit Billy’s, we love it! I also try and get down to the Little Theatre too….Of course I understand Doncaster has suffered a lot in recent years but I honestly couldn’t be happier living here”. End Visit Bryden’s blog for more information: w i l k i n s o n h o u s e .t u m b l r.c o m
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