From the Knees of my Nose to the Belly of my Toes, Public sculpture in Cliftonville, Margate, United Kingdom.
The four-story building's facade appears to slide down into the front yard, creating an optical illusion on Godwin Road.
In 2013, artist Alex Chinneck transformed an eleven-year vacant property into this installation with £100,000 in donated materials from British industry.
The installation addressed urban decay by converting an abandoned structure into an artistic statement about architectural transformation and social change.
The building remained as a temporary art installation for one year before being converted back into residential housing in 2014.
The curved brick facade required specialized construction techniques to create the appearance of a sliding wall while maintaining structural integrity.
Location: Margate
Inception: 2014
Creator: Alex Chinneck
Website: https://alexchinneck.com/from-the-knees-of-my-nose-to-the-belly-of-my-toes
GPS coordinates: 51.39000,1.39700
Latest update: March 5, 2025 02:35
Shell Grotto
541 m
Shell Grotto
582 m
Winter Gardens & Queen's Hall, Margate
774 m
Church of St Paul
261 m
Rose In June Public House
685 m
St Stephen's Methodist Church
343 m
Cliftonville Lido
556 m
Walpole Bay Tidal Pool
605 m
Paragon Court
650 m
Fountain
613 m
Welton House
760 m
93, 95 And 95A, King Street
786 m
61-64, Trinity Square
740 m
74-79, Trinity Square
812 m
65 And 66, Trinity Square
748 m
53-57, Trinity Square
721 m
Clifton Arms Public House
590 m
Margate Korean War Memorial
831 m
80, Trinity Square
838 m
Cliff Lift
387 m
7-12, Caroline Square
549 m
58-60, Trinity Square
730 m
14 & 15, Cliff Terrace
560 m
33-36, Fort Crescent
678 m
2, Northdown Road
773 m
10-13, Zion Place
590 m
47 And 48, Trinity Square
677 m
20-24, Trinity Square
844 mReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes