Designed by Jacobsen Arquitetura, the Island house had to suit the strict environmental standards limiting the proximity of construction to the sea, its height, maximum occupancy of the land and changes in the topography. To this end, we developed several conceptual studies with different geometries and topographical approaches. Final implementation was intended to create a connection […]
Project: Hillside Residence Architects: Zack | de Vito Architecture Design Team: Jim Zack, Lise de Vito, Bruce Wickstrom Area: 4,000 sq ft. Location: Marin County, California Photography: Bruce Damonte Hillside Residence was completed recently by San Francisco-based Zack |de Vito Architecture + Construction in Marin County, California. Description by Zack |de Vito Architecture: The goals
A new residence situated in a beautiful oak tree lined street. This home was built by a builder for his young family. A minimal approach to materials has created an interior which is reflective and relaxing in feel.
Some sites seem impossible when you first look at them but this one took unbuildable to a whole new level. A triangular postage stamp abutting a mountain with a killer view, our greatest challenge was to put the 8000 SF home our clients wanted onto the site in such a way as to maximize the
With a push for higher density living around busy activity centres, many larger blocks are now being subdivided into smaller lots. This centre lot in a row of three recently parcelled lots had its challenges but ultimately allowed for the creation of a modern architectural centrepiece.
Designed by Gavin Maddock Design Studio, the Pearl Bay House is a family home located in Yzerfontein, South Africa. The design of the new dwelling is a study of the west coast vernacular, reworked to accommodate life in the 21st century. Description by Gavin Maddock: This pristine contemporary home is located on the west coast 90km
Architect: Marmol Radziner Project: Sela Residence Location: Venice, California, USA Photographs: Barry Schwartz The Sela Residence was designed for a young family in Venice, California. Marmol Radziner provided architectural and construction services on this project. To take advantage of the narrow lot, the design uses a series of screens and walls that ensure privacy from the street
Clifftop House is a modern family home designed by Xsite Architects in Auckland, New Zealand. Description by architect: The design parameters were to create a three bedroom house to cater for a significant collection of NZ Modern Art and provide a lift, as the retired couple plan to live here for a good many years.
