Project posted by Northworks Architects
The street-facing side of the building features a minimalist entry with clerestory windows to provide privacy.
limestone walls and slate hardscape were used to create a natural extension of the site.
The rear of the home opens to a restored prairie.
Simple, modern elements were used to create a minimalist building that celebrates the surrounding landscape.
Interior spaces were extended into the site by continuing the floor plane beyond the glass walls.
Landscaped patios were used to bring nature closer to the interior of the home.
The interior palette incorporates natural elements in a minimalist design.
Interior spaces are bathed in natural light provided by the combination of high ceilings and clerestory windows.
Interior spaces are bathed in natural light provided by the combination of high ceilings and clerestory windows.
The interior palette incorporates natural elements in a minimalist design.
The interior palette incorporates natural elements in a minimalist design.
Living spaces were located to optimize views of the surrounding landscape.
The open stair adjacent a floor to ceiling window brings an abundance of natural light into the home.
The interior palette incorporates natural elements in a minimalist design.
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Architect
Landscape Design
Arlyn Goodman
Photographer
Mike Schwartz Photography
From Northworks Architects
Overlooking a private golf course on the north shore of Chicago, this new modern residence offers an efficient, yet spacious layout, open to the views of the surrounding landscape. The exterior is clad in metal, limestone and natural woods, while the interior presents a light and clean aesthetic for single floor living with 14’ ceilings across the main living spaces.
Northworks : Bill Bickford, Brian Settle, Amanda Faber
Interior Designer : Arlyn Goodman
Landscape Architect : Mariani Landscape
General Contractor : John G. Harty, Ltd.
Photographer : Mike Schwartz Photography