{"id":675,"date":"2026-01-14T13:50:49","date_gmt":"2026-01-14T13:50:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.millboard.com\/en-gb\/?post_type=case-study&#038;p=675"},"modified":"2026-01-20T19:47:43","modified_gmt":"2026-01-20T19:47:43","slug":"la-vallette-bathing-pools","status":"publish","type":"case-study","link":"https:\/\/www.millboard.com\/en-us\/case-studies\/la-vallette-bathing-pools\/","title":{"rendered":"La Vallette Bathing Pools, Guernsey\u00a0A coastal community oasis brought back to life\u00a0\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"case-study-details wp-block alignfull\">\n    <div class=\"case-study-details__inner\">\n        <div class=\"case-study-details__header\">\n                            <h2 id=\"la-vallette-bathing-pools-guernsey-a-coastal-community-oasis-brought-back-to-life\" class=\"case-study-details__heading\">La Vallette Bathing Pools, Guernsey\u00a0A coastal community oasis brought back to life\u00a0\u00a0<\/h2>\n            \n                    <\/div>\n\n                    <table class=\"case-study-details__details\">\n                <colgroup>\n                    <col class=\"case-study-details__header-col\"\/>\n                    <col \/>\n                <\/colgroup>\n\n                <tbody>\n                                        <tr>\n                        <th>\n                            Locaton                        <\/th>\n                        <td>\n                            Guernsey\n                        <\/td>\n                    <\/tr>\n                                        <tr>\n                        <th>\n                            Designer                        <\/th>\n                        <td>\n                            DLM Architects, led by architect David De La Mare\n                        <\/td>\n                    <\/tr>\n                                    <\/tbody>\n            <\/table>\n            <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>La Vallette Bathing Pools restoration with Millboard Envello cladding<\/strong><br><br>Perched on the rocky coastline of St Peter Port, La Vallette Bathing Pools have been part of island life since 1844. Once Guernsey\u2019s first seawater bathing pool, the site had slipped into disrepair, its concrete weathered by relentless tides and Atlantic storms. Today, it has been reimagined as a calm, contemporary retreat that welcomes everyone, all year round. Millboard decking and cladding play a quiet but\u00a0important role\u00a0in that transformation, helping the architecture sit comfortably within its dramatic coastal setting.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<section aria-label=\"Reviving a much-loved Guernsey landmark\"  style=\"--gallery--items-count: 1;\" class=\"gallery wp-block alignfull\">\n    <div class=\"gallery__list__wrapper\">\n        <ul class=\"gallery__list list-reset--hard\">\n                        <li data-pattern-part=\"100\" data-image-orientation=\"landscape\" style=\"--gallery--card--column: 1 \/ 13;\" class=\"gallery__card\">\n                <div class=\"gallery__card__inner img-fit\">\n                    \n                    <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\/\/www.millboard.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/01\/Case-Study_DLM-Architect_Bathing-Pools_5-768x512.jpg\" class=\"\" alt=\"\" role=\"presentation\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.millboard.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/01\/Case-Study_DLM-Architect_Bathing-Pools_5-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.millboard.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/01\/Case-Study_DLM-Architect_Bathing-Pools_5-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.millboard.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/01\/Case-Study_DLM-Architect_Bathing-Pools_5-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.millboard.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/01\/Case-Study_DLM-Architect_Bathing-Pools_5-2048x1364.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.millboard.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/01\/Case-Study_DLM-Architect_Bathing-Pools_5-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/>                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"gallery__card__caption is-style-typestyle-small is-style-typestyle-meta\">\n                    <div class=\"gallery__card__caption-main\">\n                        Shadow Line+                    <\/div>\n\n                                            <div class=\"gallery__card__caption-secondary\">\n                            Limed Oak                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n            <\/li>\n        \n            <\/ul>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <\/section>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-typestyle-uppercase\" id=\"h-reviving-a-much-loved-guernsey-landmark-nbsp\"><strong>Reviving a much-loved Guernsey landmark<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Owned by The States of Guernsey, the pools have long been cherished by local swimmers. As the harbor expanded over the decades, La Vallette became a refuge for sea bathing when nearby beaches were interrupted by development. By the late 2010s, however, the buildings and infrastructure around the pools were tired and failing, no longer reflecting the energy and affection the community felt for the place.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In 2019, a not-for-profit charitable trust was formed with a clear ambition: to create a vibrant and accessible destination that the whole community could enjoy. The States of Guernsey committed significant funding, with the remaining investment raised through corporate sponsorship, grants and private donations. This shared effort set the tone for the project. It was never about imposing something new, but about carefully renewing what people already loved.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<section aria-label=\"A design shaped by landscape,\u00a0weather\u00a0and community\" data-lightbox style=\"--gallery--items-count: 2;\" class=\"gallery wp-block alignfull\">\n    <div class=\"gallery__list__wrapper\">\n        <ul class=\"gallery__list list-reset--hard\">\n                        <li data-pattern-part=\"70\" data-image-orientation=\"portrait\" style=\"--gallery--card--column: 1 \/ 9;\" class=\"gallery__card\">\n                <div class=\"gallery__card__inner img-fit\">\n                                            <button class=\"gallery__card__button\" data-lightbox-index=\"1\" data-main-image-src=\"https:\/\/www.millboard.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/01\/Case-Study_DLM-Architect_Bathing-Pools_3-scaled-1-1666x2500.jpg\" aria-label=\"\" data-caption-main=\"\" data-caption-secondary=\"\" data-image-orientation=\"portrait\" 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id=\"h-a-design-shaped-by-landscape-nbsp-weather-nbsp-and-community-nbsp\"><strong>A design shaped by landscape,&nbsp;weather&nbsp;and community<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Local practice DLM Architects, led by architect David De La Mare, were appointed through a public-private community proposal. Their task was to design a facility that felt rooted in the rocky outcrop while respecting the emotional connection of around 600 regular swimmers. The concept evolved directly from the site\u2019s topography and climate, knitting the new elements into the cliff and introducing a clean, linear elevation that frames the pools below.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The existing building was stripped back and its lower-level footprint&nbsp;retained. Within this, DLM reconfigured the spaces to create modern changing facilities and a covered shower route that&nbsp;remains&nbsp;open even when the main building is closed. The adjacent granite boardwalk was raised to provide level access, and a ramp into the pools now ensures that all areas are fully accessible, whatever the tide or weather.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Above the changing rooms, an exposed concrete structure now houses a community caf\u00e9. Inside, timber waves ripple across the ceiling, softening acoustics and echoing the movement of the sea beyond the glazing. To the south, a pavilion offers external seating, designed by DLM and built by the Guernsey Prison team, served by a kiosk connected directly to the kitchen.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At the upper level of the site, a lightweight glazed pavilion opens onto terraced landscaping. This space can flex from quiet lookout to busy events venue, hosting everything from community gatherings to wellness sessions, all against the backdrop of the open sea.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<section aria-label=\"Choosing materials for a demanding coastal environment\"  style=\"--gallery--items-count: 1;\" class=\"gallery wp-block alignfull\">\n    <div class=\"gallery__list__wrapper\">\n        <ul class=\"gallery__list list-reset--hard\">\n                        <li data-pattern-part=\"100\" data-image-orientation=\"landscape\" style=\"--gallery--card--column: 1 \/ 13;\" class=\"gallery__card\">\n                <div class=\"gallery__card__inner img-fit\">\n                    \n                    <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"614\" src=\"https:\/\/www.millboard.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/01\/Case-Study_DLM-Architect_Bathing-Pools_10-768x614.jpg\" class=\"\" alt=\"\" role=\"presentation\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.millboard.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/01\/Case-Study_DLM-Architect_Bathing-Pools_10-768x614.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.millboard.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/01\/Case-Study_DLM-Architect_Bathing-Pools_10-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.millboard.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/01\/Case-Study_DLM-Architect_Bathing-Pools_10-1024x819.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.millboard.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/01\/Case-Study_DLM-Architect_Bathing-Pools_10-2048x1638.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.millboard.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/01\/Case-Study_DLM-Architect_Bathing-Pools_10-1969x1575.jpg 1969w, https:\/\/www.millboard.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/01\/Case-Study_DLM-Architect_Bathing-Pools_10-600x480.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/>                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"gallery__card__caption is-style-typestyle-small is-style-typestyle-meta\">\n                    <div class=\"gallery__card__caption-main\">\n                                            <\/div>\n\n                                    <\/div>\n            <\/li>\n        \n            <\/ul>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <\/section>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-typestyle-uppercase\" id=\"h-choosing-materials-for-a-demanding-coastal-environment-nbsp\"><strong>Choosing materials for a demanding coastal environment<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>From the outset, robustness and longevity were central to the specification. The building sits just meters from the waterline, exposed to salt spray, UV, high\u00a0winds\u00a0and heavy footfall in all seasons. Materials needed to perform technically without losing their refined appearance.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Millboard&nbsp;Envello&nbsp;Shadow Line+ resin mineral composite cladding in Limed Oak&nbsp;was chosen to clad the covered changing area, parts of the upper pavilion and sections of the caf\u00e9 floor zone. The subtle, sun-bleached tone of Limed Oak echoes timber weathered by sea air, helping the new architecture feel naturally at home among the granite and surf.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unlike traditional timber\u00a0, Millboard cladding will not rot,\u00a0splinter\u00a0,or warp, even in constant contact with salt and spray. Its surface is designed to\u00a0provide exceptional\u00a0slip resistance, which is particularly important around bathing and circulation areas where wet\u00a0surfaces\u00a0are the norm. The cladding\u2019s resin mineral composition also offers exceptional resistance to fading, helping the subtle color and grain remain consistent despite strong coastal sunlight.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For the client and design team, the&nbsp;low maintenance&nbsp;profile of Millboard products was a major advantage. In an exposed environment where ongoing upkeep can be disruptive and expensive, choosing surfaces that do not require&nbsp;regular&nbsp;sanding,&nbsp;painting,&nbsp;staining&nbsp;or sealing helps protect both the building\u2019s appearance and operational budgets.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<section aria-label=\"Layering in stories of community and craft\" data-lightbox style=\"--gallery--items-count: 2;\" class=\"gallery wp-block alignfull\">\n    <div class=\"gallery__list__wrapper\">\n        <ul class=\"gallery__list list-reset--hard\">\n                        <li data-pattern-part=\"40\" data-image-orientation=\"landscape\" style=\"--gallery--card--column: 1 \/ 6;\" class=\"gallery__card\">\n                <div class=\"gallery__card__inner img-fit\">\n                                            <button class=\"gallery__card__button\" data-lightbox-index=\"1\" 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One powerful detail is the use of 100 percent recycled plastic&nbsp;Millboard Plas-Pro (subframe)&nbsp;battens to clad the changing rooms. Each board carries the engraved names of supporters who donated skills or funds, creating an enduring, tactile record of the collective effort behind the scheme.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Inside, the palette of concrete, timber, glazing and Limed Oak Millboard\u00a0cladding\u00a0surfaces creates a calm, coastal atmosphere. The warm tone of the cladding softens the robust structure, while the clean shadow lines give rhythm to walls and soffits. 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Locals and visitors now come not only to swim, but to meet friends, attend events, or simply sit and enjoy the horizon from the caf\u00e9 or terraces. The redesign has helped the site become a true community hub, promoting health,&nbsp;connection&nbsp;and time in nature.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The project has also attracted attention far beyond the island. La Vallette has been recognized in local and national awards programmed, including a Royal Institute of British Architects regional award for the\u00a0South East. Judges praised the way the architecture integrates with the landscape and highlighted the positive impact on both the community and the environment.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dlm.gg\/\">DLM Architects<\/a>, that blend of social value and design quality has always been\u00a0front nd center. Managing Director David De La Mare has spoken of the honor of seeing the project recognized alongside some of the biggest names in UK\u00a0architecture, but\u00a0is clear that the most meaningful reward is the response from the people who use the pools every day.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Visitors have been quick to comment on the look and feel of the external&nbsp;facade, often asking what material has been used on the cladding and exposed floor areas. As De La Mare&nbsp;notes, Millboard products have answered the brief for a coastal environment that is beautiful, hard&nbsp;wearing&nbsp;and easy to live with, helping to ensure that La Vallette can continue to welcome future generations.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<section aria-label=\"Bring coastal confidence to your next project\"  style=\"--gallery--items-count: 1;\" class=\"gallery wp-block alignfull\">\n    <div class=\"gallery__list__wrapper\">\n        <ul class=\"gallery__list list-reset--hard\">\n                        <li data-pattern-part=\"100\" data-image-orientation=\"landscape\" style=\"--gallery--card--column: 1 \/ 13;\" class=\"gallery__card\">\n                <div class=\"gallery__card__inner img-fit\">\n                    \n                    <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.millboard.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/01\/Case-Study_DLM-Architect_Bathing-Pools_9-768x576.jpg\" class=\"\" alt=\"\" role=\"presentation\" 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                          <div class=\"media-object__subheading\">\n                            The Project&nbsp; Located on the stunning St. Croix River in Wisconsin, the Sunset on the St. Croix project has outstanding&hellip;                        <\/div>\n                     \n                                    <\/div>\n            \n            \n                            <ul class=\"list list-reset--hard flex-column flex-column--mq-medium--row media-object__list media-object__labels\">\n            <li class=\"list__item media-object__list__item\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.millboard.com\/en-us\/case-studies\/category\/board-batten\/\"><span >Board &amp; Batten+<\/span><\/a>\n        <\/li>\n            <li class=\"list__item media-object__list__item\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.millboard.com\/en-us\/case-studies\/category\/burnt-cedar\/\"><span >Burnt Cedar<\/span><\/a>\n        <\/li>\n            <li class=\"list__item media-object__list__item\">\n    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