Modern Exteriors
House transformation by Clavienrossier Architects
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This spacious family house is the result of reconstruction or, more precisely, the complete transformation of previously existing building in Switzerland. Most part of the old building was destroyed; only a few walls, which fit well with the concept of a new project, as well as the basement have been preserved in excellent condition. A result of reconstruction old triangular roof was removed, at a place that a second floor with a flat concrete roof was built. The most part of the walls were replaced by a new concrete with a larger windows, hich made the interior lighter and provide beautiful overviews. Designers from Clavienrossier Architectes completed this project in 2010.
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Tranquility and Serenity in Desert Nomad House by Rick Joy Architect
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The project of this house, known as Desert Nomad House, is a little similar to Smokey Town Residence, which was published in the blog earlier. The both buildings have oxidized steel facade, and consist of several horizontally connected volumes. This one is located in Tucson, Arizona, surrounded by fantastic cactuses and lots of unusual plants. The author of the project was the architect Rick Joy. The house consists of three parts, one with a bedroom and a bathroom, the second offers working area, and the third public areas. Each of the three volumes of the house has extensive fragments of glazing, which guarantees charming views of the desert. And this tranquil home is currently put up for sale here for $975,000.
Contemporary Concrete 9 Elmstone House in New Zealand
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9 Elmstone House, designed by Daniel Marshall Architects, has recently completed in Auckland, New Zealand. The 400m2 residence was created for the modern young family, so it was important to maintain open ground for the boys to play on and to allow for a vegetable garden. Spaces are arranged vertically over three levels, each of which has its own excellent view of the green garden. In addition, the first level has a spacious outdoor terrace, while the second and third – large balconies. The main material for construction of houses was concrete. The interiors are modern and minimalist: small amount of furniture and clear contrast colors are perfectly complemented by green landscape, which you can see through the panoramic windows.
Unusual Island House in Korea by IROJE KHM Architects
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Island House is built on the Han River in South Korea’s Kangwon-do prefecture. This stunning residential complex runs over an area of over 700 square meters. Wonderful nature surroundings and features of the space led HyoManKim, of IROJE KHM Architects, to such an idea: Form of site = Form of architecture = Maximum efficiency of landscape. This house sits on the mountain area and provides a wide panoramic view of picturesque river. There is a unique stepped roof garden that creates the sloped ceiling lines. This design is contextual to its surrounding site with the composition of irregular polygonal shaped concrete mass and metal mesh. The angled steel and glass façade is designed in such a way to maximize the views when one is sitting inside the house and enjoys views of the landscape beyond and between different parts of the house.
Korora House in New Zealand by Daniel Marshall Architects
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This interesting house, called Korora House, was designed by Daniel Marshall Architects on Waiheke Island in New Zealand. The house is situated on a hill, which allows it to have a panoramic view of the picturesque countryside. The architects decided to respect the beauty of local nature and tried to create a home that would blend harmoniously into the landscape. The house consists of several parts connected together by two courtyards. This structure has been created to provide enough space for outdoor recreation and to protect these areas from the strong winds, prevailing on the island all year round. The use of materials such as cedar and plywood roof reflects weekenders past the island and form a rock inspired by Stoney Batter gun emplacements.
House I by Yoshichika Takagi: the Urban Spirit
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This urban house by Japanese architecture studio Yoshichika Takagi was built in the centre of the small town of Akita, Japan, right in the middle of a parking lot surrounded by large commercial buildings. It is a single family residence composed of a series of open and closed boxes. The unit aims to gently balance the intersection of internal and external spaces. Thick wall circumscribe areas of the dwelling producing porous areas between interior and exterior, public and private. It was designed to shelter but not visually enclose internal environments. Called House I, the project involved enclosing the kitchen, bathrooms, bedrooms and storage in interconnected boxes. Between them are courtyards, corridors and living spaces. Have a look.
The Valle House by Materia Architecture
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Valle House is a house, built in the Valle House in Mexico City, by specialists from Materia Architecture. During the construction of this house were used simple and affordable materials that look quite unusual and bright due to modern architecture. The design of the house seems a little heavy and even large windows are not allowed to make it a little lighter. Looking at this residence you can feel a certain national spirit, and the house seems not only modern and functional, but also original. More open part of the, faces the inner courtyard, becomes a continuation of public spaces, a place where you can relax and be outdoors in good weather.
Contemporary Villa in Szentendre, Hungary by Architema
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30 miles away from Budapest, surrounded by picturesque rural landscape, plenty offields and forests, this beautiful modern house, named Villa in Szentendre, was designed by Architema. The house is situated on a hill and has good views of the area, including the valley of the Danube River. The main part of the concept is usage of panoramic windows: they provide natural lighting and help weld the house together with the outdoor space. Floor plans are straightforward, logical. On the ground floor there are no rooms, part-walls form the boundaries. The bedrooms are placed upstairs accommodating the 3 person family living in the house and connected with the garden via the planted roof terrace. The geometry shapes in combination with natural materials and warm colors make interiors softer and more harmonious.
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