An abandoned brutalist water tower has been transformed into a vacation getaway after four years of dedicated work by designer Matthew Grey and his family. Originally built in the 1960s to store fresh water for local villages in Hertfordshire, England, the tower now features a thoughtfully curated interior that maximizes its circular architecture and offers stunning views. The Grey family faced numerous challenges during the renovation, employing a combination of manual labor and machinery to reshape the structure into functional living spaces and an inviting retreat for guests.
First we cut concrete," said Grey. "Then we scaffolded to the first story and built the floors above, off the floors below.
It stands at a maximum height of 75 feet (23 meters) and was originally designed by Edmund Percey in 1964.
The interior is artfully crafted to fit the tower's circular architecture while offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.
The transformation was handled by industrial designer Matthew Grey, with the support of his wife Ali and their children.
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