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After it was completed in 1993, the Experimental House received several awards, including recognition from the Los Angeles Chapter of the American Institute of Architecture.
After it was completed in 1993, the Experimental House received several awards, including recognition from the Los Angeles Chapter of the American Institute of Architecture.
The 2,083-square-foot home includes a large studio space with a separate entrance.
The 2,083-square-foot home includes a large studio space with a separate entrance.
The majority of living spaces throughout the two-bedroom, two-bath residence open to 20-foot ceilings and incorporate tall windows and glass doors.
The majority of living spaces throughout the two-bedroom, two-bath residence open to 20-foot ceilings and incorporate tall windows and glass doors.
Architects Sarah Graham and Marc Angelil of Los Angeles– and Zurich-based firm AGPS built their loftlike residence, dubbed the Experimental House, in the Beachwood Canyon community of the Hollywood Hills.
Architects Sarah Graham and Marc Angelil of Los Angeles– and Zurich-based firm AGPS built their loftlike residence, dubbed the Experimental House, in the Beachwood Canyon community of the Hollywood Hills.
In the sprawling, double-height living room, a built-in bookshelf with a rolling library ladder sits below an open loft.
In the sprawling, double-height living room, a built-in bookshelf with a rolling library ladder sits below an open loft.
Based in central Texas, Kountry Containers offers the Showcase, a one-bedroom, one-bathroom ADU that starts at $59,530. As the company’s name implies, it is constructed out of shipping containers, but its interiors are totally transformed with insulated windows, a kitchenette, and bathroom. Interiors can be outfitted with red cedar, as can the exterior, and other customizing options are available.
Based in central Texas, Kountry Containers offers the Showcase, a one-bedroom, one-bathroom ADU that starts at $59,530. As the company’s name implies, it is constructed out of shipping containers, but its interiors are totally transformed with insulated windows, a kitchenette, and bathroom. Interiors can be outfitted with red cedar, as can the exterior, and other customizing options are available.
6 Prefab Companies Ready to Build Your New Backyard Office: These prefab ADUs are the perfect solution for those in need of a separate home office.
6 Prefab Companies Ready to Build Your New Backyard Office: These prefab ADUs are the perfect solution for those in need of a separate home office.
Established in 2009, Meka Modular ships its light-steel-frame modular units all across North America. Their Alp 320 unit starts at $72,000, which includes shipping and all interior finishes; $85,500 is an estimate that includes the foundation, roof, and assembly. The one-bedroom, one-bathroom unit covers 320 square feet, and exterior cladding options include corrugated metal panels and western red cedar.
Established in 2009, Meka Modular ships its light-steel-frame modular units all across North America. Their Alp 320 unit starts at $72,000, which includes shipping and all interior finishes; $85,500 is an estimate that includes the foundation, roof, and assembly. The one-bedroom, one-bathroom unit covers 320 square feet, and exterior cladding options include corrugated metal panels and western red cedar.
AbleNook is a Florida-based prefabricated, flat-pack home kit made from aircraft-grade aluminum framing and structural insulated panels (SIPs). Although it started out as an architecture school project, it was later patented through the University of South Florida and makes for an affordable ADU starting at $75,000. Use it as a main residence, eco-friendly second home, or Airbnb. They’re also designed to be potential disaster relief, as they’re ready for just about any terrain or weather conditions, including Florida’s hurricane winds. It’s also expandable to accommodate a range of sizes.
AbleNook is a Florida-based prefabricated, flat-pack home kit made from aircraft-grade aluminum framing and structural insulated panels (SIPs). Although it started out as an architecture school project, it was later patented through the University of South Florida and makes for an affordable ADU starting at $75,000. Use it as a main residence, eco-friendly second home, or Airbnb. They’re also designed to be potential disaster relief, as they’re ready for just about any terrain or weather conditions, including Florida’s hurricane winds. It’s also expandable to accommodate a range of sizes.
The Bento bench has a moveable cushion and comes with hairpin or straight legs.
The Bento bench has a moveable cushion and comes with hairpin or straight legs.
The Serif bench can function as a foyer catch-all or window seat.
The Serif bench can function as a foyer catch-all or window seat.
The flip doors come in wood or white, and customers can choose to between hairpin and straight legs.
The flip doors come in wood or white, and customers can choose to between hairpin and straight legs.
The Bento credenza in oak with hairpin legs.
The Bento credenza in oak with hairpin legs.
The entire front facade of the Bunk Cabin is encased in glass to maximize views.
The entire front facade of the Bunk Cabin is encased in glass to maximize views.
Koto’s charred-timber workspace is an exercise in wabi-sabi design that embraces imperfection amid the natural world. The carbon-neutral structure is built from natural materials, and it can operate both on- and off-grid.
Koto’s charred-timber workspace is an exercise in wabi-sabi design that embraces imperfection amid the natural world. The carbon-neutral structure is built from natural materials, and it can operate both on- and off-grid.
Los Angeles–based writer Leslie Longworth knew she’d found the perfect retreat when she spotted a five-acre lot in Pioneertown. Immersed in the rugged beauty of Joshua Tree with a dirt road for access, it was an ideal creative space. Seeking a low-impact build, she hired prefab company Cover to draft, construct, and install a custom home. The prefab came complete with fixtures, finishes, Wolf Sub-Zero appliances, and a state-of-the-art radiant heating and cooling system. In order to design around endangered Joshua trees, boulders, and the view, Cover used a combination of 3D mapping via drone imagery and handheld photos.
Los Angeles–based writer Leslie Longworth knew she’d found the perfect retreat when she spotted a five-acre lot in Pioneertown. Immersed in the rugged beauty of Joshua Tree with a dirt road for access, it was an ideal creative space. Seeking a low-impact build, she hired prefab company Cover to draft, construct, and install a custom home. The prefab came complete with fixtures, finishes, Wolf Sub-Zero appliances, and a state-of-the-art radiant heating and cooling system. In order to design around endangered Joshua trees, boulders, and the view, Cover used a combination of 3D mapping via drone imagery and handheld photos.
This Cupertino home features a conversation pit outfitted with a 250-square-foot configuration of Patricia Urquiola’s Tufty-Time sofa for B&B Italia. Overhead, flush-mounted LED strips demarcate the lounge area. - Cupertino, California Dwell Magazine : September / October 2017
This Cupertino home features a conversation pit outfitted with a 250-square-foot configuration of Patricia Urquiola’s Tufty-Time sofa for B&B Italia. Overhead, flush-mounted LED strips demarcate the lounge area. - Cupertino, California Dwell Magazine : September / October 2017
Lining the roof of a subterranean section, two reflection pools provide a canvas for reflecting the structure's concrete and glass form. A walkway divides the color-dyed water, ending at a staircase that leads down into a sunken courtyard.
Lining the roof of a subterranean section, two reflection pools provide a canvas for reflecting the structure's concrete and glass form. A walkway divides the color-dyed water, ending at a staircase that leads down into a sunken courtyard.
The backside of the dark-painted room for the music studio has shelving and display space for books and objects.
The backside of the dark-painted room for the music studio has shelving and display space for books and objects.

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