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Slanted and Enchanted
Taking inspiration from barns, warehouses, Case Study Houses, and Japanese residential architecture, architect Marcus Lee and his wife, Rachel Hart—–an architectural model…
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Kansas City, MO
Kansas City is a sprawling 318 square miles. With the help of creative developers and architects, the three square miles that make up downtown are finally growing up.
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A New Slant
In Seattle, where others saw only a severe slope and lack of municipal hookups, one couple spotted their ticket to their dream home.
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Flock Mobile
This simply shaped maple veneer mobile makes like a modern flock taking flight above your baby's bed. It's just one of the many lovely things on display at Bookhou, a beautiful shop based in…
Love the tub!
I want swings!
A very "swell" DWELL house!
I love the tube toooo...
These are obviously talented people; kudos for all the hands-on workmanship, and a heartfelt thank you for not adding yet another McMansionesque psuedo-traditional abode to the architectural landscape. Our friend Mr. Wright would have approved of the broad overhangs on the windows, but he is undoubtedly rolling his eyes at those columns supporting the extension. Think of Falling Water; where is the "connection" to the ground and site for this structure? Why not cantilever the upper section over a lower level offering direct access to the lower areas of the property, thus eliminating the columns, vastly improving the aesthetic, and improving site usability? I realize budget was probably a critical tradeoff, but it's unfortunate more architects aren't applying these amazing lessons from the past.
Any idea where the pink rug in the kids room is from?
Does anybody know the manufacturer / model of the bathtub? Thanks.
Great house! its a Duravit - Stark freestanding tub
I wish I lived here!
Another very simple, but elegant, modern "Dwell Type" design. For anyone who is thinking of building something like this, but is also interested in the "structure" as well as the floorplan, and the finishes: SIPs (Structural Insulated Panels) would be a great choice for the building envelope system.
The rug in our kids room is a Bentley Prince Street rug. http://www.bpsrugs.com I would be happy to answer any other questions about the home. Julie Arnold www.clockwork-ad.com 816.419.2070
Well, if anything, this is not a Wright style house: it is more like Philip Johnson. The simplicity of the support columns is no-nonsense and quite accurate to the design. This is the type of home that makes sense for the 21st century. Would love to have seen the kitchen and floorplan. I bet it's a great place to sled...
It would be great if you can include costs for all of these remodels and such so readers and potential buyers can have an idea!
we have a lot exactly like this in newport, ky. i just love this whole structure and we are hoping to build a home just like this. i was hoping you would be able to give me some idea on the cost of building something like this. i have been looking into recycled materials or anything that would help be environmentaly friendly. i would appreciate any help you could give me. thanks and congrats on your beautiful house!
ugh! sorry but just because a rectangular plan works on paper it doesn't mean that it works on any piece of land - especially a lot with such a slope! the architect should have made it a challenge and exploit the context - for crying out loud! the huge 'pilotis' is unacceptably wrong and looks much unpleasant creating a non space underneath it. i agree with the perspective of not making a 'tower/home' like the neighboring houses - but - where is the architect's mastery in modern times to take advantage of the topography and make a house that is NOT detached from its surroundings (like the tower) but sits in the landscape as if its the only thing that could be there? ps. nice interiors can be done anywhere and by anyone. i just find it awful and irresponsible to build these things.
What was the cost of this home? Per favore!
Amazing home. I think it is even more amazing that so much of it was done by the owner. I like that you made the choice to take a different approach. I feel it needs to be done more often in residences, especially if you do not have a true need to incorporate all the space of the property such as underneath your home. Perhaps another choice for the extension supports though, a more aesthetically, functioning appeal. The tub is very nice.The fireplace is beautiful as well, I like how the lines tie-in well with the rest of the house. I have always enjoyed this type of design and they have done great job. Best of all, you can truly call it your own.
Hello I love the designs of some of the homes that you highlight in your magazine, but why is the cost so high to buy or build something so simplistic, modern and usually plain. I'm a welding contractor preparing to retire in about 9 years which is not a lot of time and wanted to build something really modern to retire to with an art / welding studio in the rear matching the home. Using I beam's and some type of commercial exterior with concrete flooring this should not cost millions of dollars. Thank you for your insite. Al
Thanks for all the great comments! Our rainwater cistern is irrigating the grass under the house which was a favorite place for the boys to play in the shade. The sledding this winter has been amazing! This summer we will start our garden (also irrigated from the rainwater cistern) and we're thinking the columns will be the perfect place for a projection screen for an outdoor movie night with friends. We built the house for about $130/sf, if anyone has any questions feel free to contact me.
Great home! Nice to see not everyone needs a huge house. Would have loved to check out the floor plan, I'll visit your website anyway. I do have one observation: I see no cross-bracing on the structural columns supporting the house, why? Earthquake regulations in my county would definitely need them.
In fact the design is much more like that of Eileen Gray. also there is considerable space under the projected mass off the house for a downstairs addition. This would provide much needed floor space and could open up possibilities for a unique porch and deck projecting out ward. This could be a nice area to look down the slope. It would be a great area to entertain and would be easily accomplished.
Simple, Clean, and super fun. I'm loving the stilts and swings. There is a house in Tofino with the same concept. Nicely done :)
I love this house. I was planning something much like it on a similar piece of land in Michigan. However that is no longer possible for us. If anyone wants such a parcel with a deeded boat slip, I have one for sale! Suzanne
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