MODERN HOUSE DESIGNS

Arched Timber Roof House is an amazing party shack

Located in the Seattle area, this arched timber roof house by architecture firm Schuchart/Dow is characterized by its close connection to the outdoors and an indoor openness that enhances the already-spacious 3,000-sq.-ft. design. Dubbed the Party Shack, this glass, concrete and wood house has an eclectic feel that combines nature and modern architecture into a wonderful, unusual home. A large two-storey space houses the kitchen and main living areas which open onto a vast covered patio outside. The facade is clad in metal, with the vast arched roof above. Inside, this striking double-height ceiling becomes an archway of heavy timber which extends outside to shelter the outdoor deck area, creating a sense of continuity between inside and out. A wooden ramp takes you upstairs to the second-storey loft overlooking the living space below. Yet another thoughtful element – hydronic-coil heated floors and passive cooling via the huge doors and windows – make this en elegant eco house design. Schuchart/Dow
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19 Nov 2009 | Glass Houses | Comments (0)

Glass Wall Home in the Hollywood Hills

This cool glass wall home in the Hollywood Hills by architect John Lautner blends beautifully into its surroundings. This stunning natural home design, encircled in lush landscape with a dazzling view in the distance, invites the outdoors in. Innovative ideas and modern finishes fuse with organic architecture elements like natural wood and glass, giving the house a serene, spa-like appeal in every room – and nowhere is this more apparent than in the bathroom, where the city skyline is visible from the unusual, contemporary tub. Just outside the glass wall, a jungle of more than 200 varieties of plants takes over the outdoors. Minimalist interiors really highlight these amazing views. John Lautner

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2 Oct 2009 | Glass Houses | Comments (0)

Irish Country House - 'origami' design in North Ireland

Among the rolling hills of Northern Ireland in Kells, the 'Origami' country house by UK-based architect Jane D Burnside is an ultra-modern home with traditional ideals. Despite its contemporary and unconventional shape, this unusual Irish house was made to grow old in. A single-level layout makes a functional and comfortable design for living, composed of eight pavilions including a garage, all at ground level. Connected via a footbridge overlooking a dam, waterfall and pool, the pavilions of this glass wall house each deliver ever-changing views of nature. The charming white facades of this country house are simple, with cut-out windows offering a clandestine glimpse of the vast vaulted ceiling inside. A true focal point and due to the roof’s staggered silhouette, the ceiling inside appears as folded origami, reflecting the natural light flooding in through floor-to-ceiling windows. The sustainable architectural design of this forest home was carved into the landscape, and only one tree was cut in the process. Origami House was awarded Best House prize in the 2009 RIAI Awards, and was shortlisted for Best House in the RIBA Awards. Jane D Burnside Architects
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27 Aug 2009 | Glass Houses | Comments (0)

Modern Glass Home in Krakow, Poland comes with a tree and a tower!

Designed by UK-based architects PCKO in co-operation with MOFO Architects of Krakow, Poland, Jodlowa House is a modern glass home located on a picturesque plot just outside of Krakow’s city limits. The single-storey home’s fully glazed facade sits in a contemporary steel frame, which floats above the ground (so not only does this modern home showcase nature, but it’s also designed to minimize its environmental footprint). Built right into the design, a mature tree adds yet another level of nature to the design. The windows too help to bring the outdoors in, flooding interiors with natural light. Behind these wide expanses of glass, an indoor swimming pool, two main bedrooms and a sprawling 140m2 living area provide unobstructed views of nature. But the best seat in the house for enjoying these vistas is from the five-storey tower. The tower’s lower levels house guest accommodations, and are topped by a study that frames views of the Tatra Mountains on the distant horizon. PCKO Architects and MOFO Architects.

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29 Apr 2009 | Glass Houses | Comments (0)

Glass and Steel House Architecture – Contemporary Design in Sydney, Australia

Nestled atop a steep slope near Sydney, Australia, this glass and steel house by Utz-Sanby Architects was designed to maximize the magnificent views, optimize privacy, and to take advantage of the natural lush landscape that surrounds it. This contemporary glass house sits among the trees, on a series of concrete piles with treelike steel supports. The linear architecture is enclosed in glass, and surrounded by timber decks that further connect this cool house to nature. "The curved steel beams that frame the decks and floor plate, are reminiscent of a ships prow and hover above the ground," according to the architect. The angled steel staircase leads up to the front entrance, painted an arresting red shade that really stands out among the green surroundings. Inside, this modern residential design is open and bright, thanks to the abundant windows. The kitchen is a hub of this home, extending out onto a large covered deck, allowing for all-season, all-weather al fresco entertaining. This luxury tree house is listed for sale with McGrath at a price of $1,650,000. Utz-Sanby Architects
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2 Apr 2009 | Glass Houses | Comments (0)

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