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Eight tranquil interiors where oversized windows frame lush views

Deezen

This week's lookbook explores eight peaceful residential interiors that feature expansive glazing and floor-to-ceiling windows framing verdant views. These eight projects all use oversized or unusually shaped windows in clever ways, creating interiors that embrace nature and forge welcome connections to the outdoors.

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Francois Verhoeven Architects uses contrasting finishes for Villa K340

Deezen

Dutch studio Francois Verhoeven Architects has completed Villa K340, a house in The Hague formed of interlocking blocks finished with contrasting timber and plaster. These natural materials, in their most raw form, contrast with the aesthetic divisions of the facades and slender aluminium window frames."

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What If You Added a Window?

Dwell

At least once a week, I look at one particular wall in my living room and wonder why the person who built this place didn’t put a window there. So I decided to investigate the reality of adding a window and whether there are better options for more light than having somebody cut a big hole in the side of your house.

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Bureau conceals Thérèse cabin in France with boulder-like concrete finish

Deezen

Architecture studio Bureau has used a rough concrete finish to disguise this small wooden cabin in France as a boulder, distinguishable only by a porthole-style window. It has a rough concrete finish to disguise it in woodland. All that distinguishes it is a porthole-style window. The photography is by Dylan Perrenoud.

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Hacker Architects overhauls Oregon residence with colourful interiors and natural pine finishes

Deezen

One way of doing this was by adding in a large window to the main living space. A large window was added to the main living space. Early in the design, the team discovered in the original drawings that a large window in the main living room space had been left out in the original construction," said Hacker Architects. "We

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Nori Architects uses simple finishes and exposed structure for minimalist home in Japan

Deezen

Japanese practice Nori Architects has completed Minimum House in Toyota, Japan , as a "new prototype of urban housing" designed to reduce construction waste and be easily repaired or adapted in the future. The studio used simple materials for its construction. Large windows wrap around the walls of the home.

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Exploring the Elegance and Functionality of Milgard Bay Windows

The Architecture Designs

Exploring the Beauty of Milgard Bay Windows Windows play a pivotal role in shaping the aesthetics and functionality of a home, and among the various styles available, bay windows stand out for their elegance and versatility. Transformative Impact Beyond their aesthetic appeal, these windows offer practical benefits.

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