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When designing her weekend getaway in Valle de Bravo, Mexico, architect Fernanda Canales knew the remote nature of the plateau and erratic weather conditions would prove tricky. In addition to withstanding the harsh climate, the house would need to also be self-sufficient. To embrace the beauty of the landscape while being open to sun exposure, the home wraps around four courtyards. Brick and concrete with high thermal mass create the foundation; its red hue and rough texture are juxtaposed against smooth concrete and wood inside. A unique facet to the home are the arches in the roofline—barrel-vaulted ceilings span the family room and all the bedrooms.
When designing her weekend getaway in Valle de Bravo, Mexico, architect Fernanda Canales knew the remote nature of the plateau and erratic weather conditions would prove tricky. In addition to withstanding the harsh climate, the house would need to also be self-sufficient. To embrace the beauty of the landscape while being open to sun exposure, the home wraps around four courtyards. Brick and concrete with high thermal mass create the foundation; its red hue and rough texture are juxtaposed against smooth concrete and wood inside. A unique facet to the home are the arches in the roofline—barrel-vaulted ceilings span the family room and all the bedrooms.
Síol Studios modified the existing fireplace with a new plaster mantle and an apron of hand-painted terra-cotta tiles.
Síol Studios modified the existing fireplace with a new plaster mantle and an apron of hand-painted terra-cotta tiles.
Within the walls of this updated 1920s Spanish Colonial home is a world-class art collection that includes the work of James Turrell and Jenny Holzer. The abode was meant to contrast with the creative couple’s main residence in San Francisco—a Victorian on a steep hill. The Los Angeles getaway, designed by Síol Studios, was renovated to embody indoor/outdoor living while maintaining the original charm with beautiful bones and arched windows. The placement of the art was an organic process—some were designed in place, while others were placed afterwards such as the Barry McGee surfboards in the dining room.
Within the walls of this updated 1920s Spanish Colonial home is a world-class art collection that includes the work of James Turrell and Jenny Holzer. The abode was meant to contrast with the creative couple’s main residence in San Francisco—a Victorian on a steep hill. The Los Angeles getaway, designed by Síol Studios, was renovated to embody indoor/outdoor living while maintaining the original charm with beautiful bones and arched windows. The placement of the art was an organic process—some were designed in place, while others were placed afterwards such as the Barry McGee surfboards in the dining room.
The living/dining room occupies a long, high-ceilinged space. The sectional is from CB2. - Taos, New Mexico Dwell Magazine : July / August 2017
The living/dining room occupies a long, high-ceilinged space. The sectional is from CB2. - Taos, New Mexico Dwell Magazine : July / August 2017
The living room retains the home’s original, poured terrazzo floors. There are oversize Fleetwood sliding glass doors on both sides. Most of the original doors have been upgraded to newer, energy-efficient glass, but their size and placement match what was original to the home.
The living room retains the home’s original, poured terrazzo floors. There are oversize Fleetwood sliding glass doors on both sides. Most of the original doors have been upgraded to newer, energy-efficient glass, but their size and placement match what was original to the home.
Perched atop a concrete high-rise is a penthouse with open floor plan and sweeping views. The interiors include a number of warm elements with distinct character including book-matched walnut cabinetry, live edge walnut slab countertops, steel and walnut bookcases, and a hand made mosaic tiled wall.
Perched atop a concrete high-rise is a penthouse with open floor plan and sweeping views. The interiors include a number of warm elements with distinct character including book-matched walnut cabinetry, live edge walnut slab countertops, steel and walnut bookcases, and a hand made mosaic tiled wall.
Tall double glass doors foster sightlines to the rear courtyard, while two Matteo armchairs from Wayfair cozy up to the fireplace. The homeowners worked with interior designer Claudia Rozo to hone the interior palette.
Tall double glass doors foster sightlines to the rear courtyard, while two Matteo armchairs from Wayfair cozy up to the fireplace. The homeowners worked with interior designer Claudia Rozo to hone the interior palette.
Chioco says they “treated the stairs and structural beams as design elements, painting them a dark color to contrast with everything else to visually tie the space together.”
Chioco says they “treated the stairs and structural beams as design elements, painting them a dark color to contrast with everything else to visually tie the space together.”
The outside is brought in with double-height NLT (nail-laminated timber) ceilings and automated clerestory windows.
The outside is brought in with double-height NLT (nail-laminated timber) ceilings and automated clerestory windows.
The fireplace is the focal piece of the living area, anchored by glazed openings on either side.
The fireplace is the focal piece of the living area, anchored by glazed openings on either side.
The furniture, lighting, carpet, and curtains were provided by The Modern in Amsterdam, a partner of Ibiza Interiors and The Nieuw.
The furniture, lighting, carpet, and curtains were provided by The Modern in Amsterdam, a partner of Ibiza Interiors and The Nieuw.
Chris and Claude put stucco on top of the fireplace's outdated stone. The living room's new expansive feel was achieved through the removal of select walls.
Chris and Claude put stucco on top of the fireplace's outdated stone. The living room's new expansive feel was achieved through the removal of select walls.
Large picture windows in the open living room frame the surrounding forest.
Large picture windows in the open living room frame the surrounding forest.
The home is a showcase for the modern furnishings the residents have collected over the years. Vintage armchairs by Florence Knoll and a PA05 Leila coffee table from e15 outfit the living room.
The home is a showcase for the modern furnishings the residents have collected over the years. Vintage armchairs by Florence Knoll and a PA05 Leila coffee table from e15 outfit the living room.
Other classic midcentury features include full-height glazing and the tongue-and-groove ceiling, painted white to add to the space's bright and airy feel.
Other classic midcentury features include full-height glazing and the tongue-and-groove ceiling, painted white to add to the space's bright and airy feel.
The fireplace in Mississippi Modern by Charlie & Co. Design is offset by floor-to-ceiling windows—but not an ounce of coziness is lost.
The fireplace in Mississippi Modern by Charlie & Co. Design is offset by floor-to-ceiling windows—but not an ounce of coziness is lost.