A unique restoration is turning an old war relic into an offbeat holiday destination on England’s Jurassic Coast thanks to the work of Lipton Plant Architects. 

The London-based firm, which specializes in residential projects, has been granted planning approval for a scheme that would transform a Grade II-listed bunker from the Second World War into a private abode for vacationers with a Paul Virilio-esque palette.

The restoration will entail the conversion of the former RAF radio squadron bunker into a two-bedroom retreat thanks to the installation of a glazed “bomb blast” opening and renovation of its 76-square-meter interior complete with exposed original concrete walls, a terrace patio, and full kitchen.

Per the architects: “We hope to celebrate the significant historic yet redundant structure as a historic ruin. By ‘blasting’ a new opening in the elevation, not only can the space be enjoyed as a holiday home, but views of the coast are revealed.”

The firm had to undergo a full redesign after the bunker was granted heritage status midway through the planning process. 

"In our view it is better that a historic structure such as this should at least be appreciated by members of the public in its updated form than never to be seen when tucked away in a wood on private land,” one local councilor told DorsetLive.

The bunker is located in the village of Ringstead, near the historic Pitt Cottage. Completion is slated for May of next year.