Introduction
The early-20th-century High and Over house has a small geometrically-designed garden which is contemporary with the house.
- Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts
- History
Period
- 20th Century (1901 to 1932)
- Early 20th Century (1901 to 1932)
- Features & Designations
Designations
The National Heritage List for England: Listed Building
- Grade: II
Tree Preservation Order
Features
- Hedge
- Terrace
- Pergola
- Detached House (featured building)
- Description: High and Over was the first Le Corbusier style house to be built in England.
- Earliest Date:
- Latest Date:
- Garden Feature
- Description: A wild garden below the house.
- Key Information
Type
Garden
Purpose
Ornamental
Principal Building
Domestic / Residential
Period
20th Century (1901 to 1932)
Survival
Part: standing remains
Open to the public
Yes
Civil Parish
Amersham
- References
References
- Smith, N, {Historic Parks and Gardens Register Review (Buckinghamshire Stage 1)} (Aylesbury: Buckinghamshire County Museum Archaeological Service, 1998) Gardens Register Review (Buckinghamshire) (Stage 1)