Remove Landscape Remove Nature Remove Structural Engineering Remove Visualization
article thumbnail

Bohlin Cywinski Jackson designs nature-infused Henry Island Guesthouse in Washington

Deezen

When new owners purchased the property in 2016, they engaged us to make additions to the site that respected the natural character of the sparsely populated island," the firm said. A cast-in-place concrete ledge marks the entrance of the guesthouse "We used these materials to visually link new and existing buildings," the team said.

Nature 143
article thumbnail

A Family’s Retreat Is a Natural Fit in England’s New Forest National Park

Dwell

A long glazed hallway and open walkway line the internal boundary of the home, offering visual connection to the main living/dining area and tranquil garden of ponds and timber decking. The interior palette of natural materials was chosen to bounce light throughout the home. "The

Nature 141
Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

Trending Sources

article thumbnail

Omar Gandhi Architects balances cedar house on rocky Nova Scotia coastline

Deezen

Omar Gandhi clad the home in naturally weathering cedar boards Naturally weathering cedar boards were interspersed with detail elements of Corten steel to form picture frame hoops around the windows. Approaching the building from the public side, a sense of privacy and shelter welcomes visitors," the team said.

Housing 137
article thumbnail

NWLND Rogiers Vandeputte contrasts red concrete pool house with green landscape

Deezen

Named the Refuge, the project is a walled pavilion containing a square building and swimming pond – a swimming pool with a natural filtration system. The architects used red concrete both to contrast with the green landscaping and to reference the nearby brick house. Structural engineer: Util. Landscape: Jeroen Provoost.

Landscape 122
article thumbnail

Loader Monteith and Studio SJM create woodland school in Scotland

Deezen

Loader Monteith and Studio SJM won a competition to design it with their proposal to "embrace the students and the landscape" with a low-slung, L-shaped building that hugs the site's trees. High-level windows and sections of overhead glazing offer a constant, relaxing visual connection to the outdoors."

Education 103
article thumbnail

TW Ryan Architecture clads pyramidal Montana house in weathering steel

Deezen

TW Ryan Architecture topped the home with pyramidal roofs A key goal for the design team was to create a rugged home that could "withstand the ever-changing weather conditions, while reinforcing a refined engagement with the natural landscape of the unique site". It also helps protect against wildfire.

Housing 135
article thumbnail

Telescope House by Wendell Burnette offers framed views of Sedona

Deezen

Wendell Burnette Architects used Corten steel to clad a cabin in Arizona designed to capture views while disappearing into the landscape like a "dark shadow". Telescope House offers framed views of Sedona The 1,600-square-foot (149-square-metre) cabin is a nature retreat for a couple who ultimately plan to live there full-time.

Housing 119