Modern Countryside Residence in South Korea: Living Knot
Polymur Architecture have recently completed the development of a highly modern residence, situated in a rural agricultural village of Gangneung. The project is described as a modern interpretation of a traditional Korean villa with linear volumes to maximize the contact with external spaces. Its name- Living Knot- suggests the junction of the two main volumes, emphasized by the use of different materials.
The residence is not just divided visually, but also functionally: “The two rings of volumes sharing the circulation space of the house separate the private living spaces and the more public area within the house. In the design process, the interaction between them produces a certain indeterminacy which triggers spontaneous use of space.” Each interior is characterized by a large amount of openness, one of the main features “borrowed” from the traditional Korean villa design. [Photographs: Kyungsub Shin]
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Dynamic Residence Suspended On High Columns by SAOTA: Head Road 1815
SAOTA – Stefan Antoni Olmesdahl Truen Architects completed Head Road 1815, an opulent villa design in Fresnaye, Cape Town. The clients, a young couple, wanted a dynamic and striking home, primarily for themselves, with guest accommodation separated from their own living areas. The property views towards the north and west over Fresnaye as well as at the rear of the site. The site falls very steeply and due to the high elevation of the road and the restrictions on the building form, the house is raised above the property on high columns.
The house includes three storeys accommodating three en-suite guest suites on the ground floor, with a plant area and a staff flatlet at the rear. The first floor is the main living level, with a large living room and dining room opening to a covered and uncovered pool terrace. The kitchen is positioned to enjoy views through the glass roof towards Lion’s Head. The entrance hall is accessed by gentle steps from Head Road preceded by a glass-roofed external lobby space. 
The second floor accommodates the master bedroom, dressing room and a light-filled en-suite with views over the pool below. Internal finishes include a fully imported German kitchen, large format granite floor and wall slabs which are used throughout, frame-less glazed balustrades and floor-to-ceiling glazing, as well as various aluminum louvre devices. [Photos and information received via e-mail by SAOTA]
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Intriguing Two-Volume Modern Residence in Germany: Studio House
With two distinct volumes visually separating the public and private spaces, the Studio House in Wenzenbach, Germany is interesting to observe from a variety of standpoints. The residence was developed by German architectural firm fabi architekten bda and was cleverly adapted to an uneven terrain. Partially hidden from the street, the house seems to follow the topography of the hillside, descending in spectacular modern lines. 
The aim was to create “a home like an archetype. As a prelude to the castle “Schönberg” from the 12th century at the Wehrgraben, on the site of a former guard house. The house consists of two building volumes: one homogeneous, black saddle roof building lying turned and cantilevered on a white flat roof box”. The upper volume accommodates the social area, a generously-sized interior for working, thinking, talking, eating, celebrating, relaxing. Below is where the bedrooms are located, offering the lucky inhabitants extensive forest views. 
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5 CommentsEngagement With the Landscape: San Lorenzo Residence, USA
Complementing the nature, the San Lorenzo Residence adds a touch of value to the surrounding landscapes, without “stealing” their glory. Ideal for a family that seeks an airy lifestyle and overall, peacefulness, the house located in Los Angeles, USA, nearby a golf course, responds to the needs of the clients: it is spacious and it promotes the idea of open (and transparent) living space.
Designed and developed by Mike Jacobs Architecture, the residence is an uncluttered home environment, with a spectacular interior private garden. “The large open living space is central to the organization and performance of the house; the space of exchange. Pocket sliding doors open the south wall to the garden and north facing windows unfold to view the fairways create direct connections to the exterior. These large openings passively cool the house and draw fresh air deep into the residual spaces to naturally ventilate the home.” The house is perceived as the intersection of two L-shaped blocks uniting: one accommodates the social living space with the living room and the lounge area, that can be used for different outdoor activities and the other one, wrapped in cedar and stucco, the bedrooms.
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Curvy Eccentric White Residence With Square Perforations
Believe it or not, this is a family house in South Korea. With square perforations and an eccentric white facade, rich in curvy lines, somehow reminding us of the Dali’s “melting” masterpieces, the Pangyo House, a project designed by Office 53427 is definitely one of those impressive architectural examples worth sharing. So here we are: a three-storey house located nearby Seoul (30 minutes by car) displays an abundance of futuristic details without neglecting the importance of nature. Basically, the house is built around a small garden, connecting the inhabitants with the environment.
By using one of the new construction technologies, Hi-Macs acrylic stone panels, the architects obtained that neat and 3D-like extruded surface, enhancing the feeling of depth. Inside, each edge seems curvy and rounded. There’s nothing regular about this houses’s structure: the “floaty” ceiling (an irregular-shaped undulating surface), the sci-fi staircase (all curved with cut outs) and the unicellular flagellate protists kind of lamps create a very unusual space for what it looks to be a family house. The architects have also integrated some wood finishings. Exquisite and unusual, the Pangyo House is absolutely stunning!
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Robust Coastal Residence in Australia: Torquay House
Wolveridge Architects completed the design for Torquay House, a modern residential project located in a coastal environment in Victoria, Australia. The brief of the residence was based on the following prerequisite: “In coastal conditions, buildings must be robust, yet create protective spaces, both internally and externally, in order to allow the occupants to feel safe and comfortable. Whether the occupants are full time residents or weekenders, the beach house should be a place they always look forward visit“.
The residence consists of a series of interconnected and robustly finished containers. From afar, they seem separate, but the connection between the three volumes is achieved through relatively thin inner passageways. The rooms open up towards a back yard with swimming pool. Once inside, the perspective changes completely and a cozy atmosphere takes over the rigid feeling inspired by the exterior. Would you feel at home in a massive residential project like this one?
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Waterfront Residence Envisioned As a Romantic and Relaxing Settlement
The McClellan Architects studio has envisioned the Lake House 2 as an uncluttered temple of relaxation and well-being. The construction was pretty challenging, due to the tricky landscape (very steep). The view is absolutely breathtaking – this actually made the architects realise the advantage of such an environment and as a consequence, they created a series of patios and spaces, that focus more on establishing a connection with nature. The inhabitants can enjoy stunning sunsets nearby the water. “The home is conceived as a single living environment expressing the seeming dichotomy between interior and exterior living spaces pivoting around the central kitchen and hearth. Rather than “bring the outside in,” Lake House brings the inside out.”
The Lake House 2 is surrounded by a maze of greenery, attracting positive energy and giving you the feeling that this is the perfect spot to settle down, because the environment is so healthy and inspiring! The site is also very romantic and the courtyard, located right above the water, offers spectacular views, especially at dusk. The interior is luminous and very chic, sprinkled with many natural elements of décor (such as cladding stones and wooden finishings).
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5 CommentsMinimalism And Playfulness Defining Residence Made of Shipping Containers
Recycling is one of the major issues nowadays. Especially when it comes to architecture and sustainable design. We’ve seen a lot of creative ways to build a home from stretch using eco-friendly materials or recycled ones, but we’ve never seen a house entirely build of…well, shipping containers. The WFH House in China, designed by Copenhagen-based studio, Arcgency is made of three stacked shipping containers. The house surrounded by lush vegetation ”was designed to produce more energy than it consumes through the use of upcycled shipping containers as a steel frame, a sustainable bamboo facade, a rainwater collection system, solar cell-clad green roof and permeable paving.” It had the sustainable feel all the way.
The interior is neat, dressed up in impeccable white, yet with splashes of colour, here and there. The colourful rugs create a comfy feeling and somehow, they remind us of the pure and minimalistic (also very stylish) Scandinavian design. Nothing too edgy nor provocative. Just a luminous and breezy environment, flooded by light. The main floor is envisioned as one singular space that accommodates the kitchen, dining area and the living room. The main advantage is that, this type of space delimitation allows a seamless transition between the indoor environments.
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5 CommentsSustainable Design in a Peaceful Setting: EHA Family Trust Residence
Ward+Blake Architects completed the design for a residence located in a perfect natural setting in Wilson, Wyoming, United States. According to the architects, “the project was sited on a low lying wetland that demanded consideration due to a high water table. The solution to this problem was to elevate the house three feet above existing grade and to utilize an insulated slab on grade to avoid the probability of fostering mold growth in a crawl space“. Charming ponds, a neighboring forest and the mountains beyond make this dwelling a dream home.
Sustainability was a key factor to consider when developing the design: “Carbon footprint issues were addressed by utilizing 100% reclaimed material for the exterior siding and otherwise specifying materials that required no maintenance ie: cor-ten roofing and fascia detailing. New wood that was used received a water soluble lifetime finish that slowly weathered to a protective base coat over time. Wood sash windows of teak further reduced the exterior maintenance issues“. Enjoy the design and the views!
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5 CommentsGenuine Rocky Architecture in Switzerland: The Chamoson Residence
Salvaging the best features of a traditional 1800s house, Savioz Fabrizzi Architecte envisioned a contemporary residence in Chamoson, Switzerland. The genuine rocky surface makes the project perfectly blend in the natural surroundings. According to the architects, “the renovation seeks to maintain and reinforce this character, emphasizing the existing stone structure while using concrete for the parts to be replaced, in order to create a completely mineral feel to the whole”.
Insulating concrete was added to the existing structure, in order to reinforce it. Sustainable feature are also present in the design: “23 m² of solar panels on the roof produce about 35% of the annual heating requirement (heating and hot water). In harmony with the exterior, the interior is formed from unrefined mineral materials, with its natural stone, exposed concrete and polished screed floors”. How would you comment on this renovation process? Would you live in a home like this?
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