urban privacy
https://blog.architizer.com/inspiration/collections/house-in-air-box/
casa aguacates
Francisco Pardo The home’s front portion is sunken below ground and is accessed via an exterior staircase on the south. This side of the house faces wild vegetation, in contrast to the “domesticated landscape” found in the rear. “Thus, the project exists between two realities, functioning as a subtle expression of architecture’s ability to exercise […]
corrugated iron
Corrugated iron’s ability to resist temperature change allows the interior of structures to remain cool even in extreme heat conditions, while its fire-proof quality only adds to the practicality of the material. Architects now realize, perhaps more than ever before, that the use of materials resistant to extreme and unpredictable weather conditions are just as […]
villa BONH
CAS Architecten In response to the site conditions, the façade is largely closed towards the busy road but towards the rear is organized in a u-shaped formation around a central courtyard. Walls are strategically placed in the courtyard area so that sleeping areas are not visible from living areas https://archello.com/news/lightfooted-villa-bonh-shows-the-beauty-of-simplicity
casa odyssia
KRAK. architects The entire synthesis is structured around a central pillar, which refers to the sporadic outbursts of cypress trees, and turns towards south-east, aiming for the good orientation and the view to the horizon. Following the axes x, y, z the elements of the synthesis, made of raw concrete, meet on the site, between […]
riverbend
CLB architects resting on bases of board-formed concrete, the house is wrapped in low-maintenance steel plate as protection from the harsh climate and to provide simple fire resistance. large overhangs shelter deep-set niches which are wrapped in cedar and feature floor-to-ceiling glazing. exterior decks connect the main house to the guest house and further unify […]
mid-century modern facade-finish
a completed project with happy clients. I was so excited to see some great ideas come to fruition in this project! Onward!
modern patio design ideas
https://www.dwell.com/article/modern-patio-ideas-23c6f4bd
granny flats
Though guesthouses are often reserved for wealthy clients and the upper class, they reveal unique relationships between space, landscape and privacy. Drawing together 10 guesthouses and granny flat plans, the following projects exemplify this niche form of residence around the world. Made with diverse materials and programs, they illustrate how people can inhabit weekend getaways […]
bringing it home-a new “perch”
adding a front porch is a rewarding exercise. the experience of sitting in your front porch watching neighbors walk by while sipping your favorite beverage and savoring the moment has become something of a luxury in this fast-paced world. if rooms were defined by what you did in them (eg: “bed”room, “living” room), then the […]