House for Essex - Grayson Perry

About

A House for Essex appears as a small, beautifully crafted object amidst the trees and fields. The house does not attempt to mimic the appearance and materials of existing buildings in the local village of Wrabness. Instead, it offers a unique addition. 

The house was designed and created through a collaboration of FAT Architecture and leading contemporary artist, writer and commentator, Grayson Perry. Through their love of decoration, ornament and the history of Essex,

A House for Essex

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