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Link House

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Location
Phoenix, Arizona
Year
2014
Structure
House (Single Residence)
Style
Modern
Compilation of the front elevations of the historic homes in the neighborhood and the resulting modern elevation of 'Link'
Compilation of the front elevations of the historic homes in the neighborhood and the resulting modern elevation of 'Link'
The extended roof shades the interior of the home from April-October, keeping the home very energy efficient
The extended roof shades the interior of the home from April-October, keeping the home very energy efficient
After 2.5 years, we went back to photograph how the house has matured over time. Time is something we try to incorporate into the design of our homes, through the use of specific materials and the form and layout of the home.
After 2.5 years, we went back to photograph how the house has matured over time. Time is something we try to incorporate into the design of our homes, through the use of specific materials and the form and layout of the home.
After 2.5 years, we went back to photograph how the house has matured over time. Time is something we try to incorporate into the design of our homes, through the use of specific materials and the form and layout of the home.
After 2.5 years, we went back to photograph how the house has matured over time. Time is something we try to incorporate into the design of our homes, through the use of specific materials and the form and layout of the home.
A board formed concrete wall creates a solid barrier off of the open living space to allow the homeowner to feel safe yet open to the community
A board formed concrete wall creates a solid barrier off of the open living space to allow the homeowner to feel safe yet open to the community
The yard doubles as the retention area for the monsoon rainstorms as well as a place for the homeowners to play
The yard doubles as the retention area for the monsoon rainstorms as well as a place for the homeowners to play
A board formed concrete fire pit draws you out to the back patio from the open living space
A board formed concrete fire pit draws you out to the back patio from the open living space
Opening up the glass wall of the living space turns the neighborhood into a constantly changing piece of art
Opening up the glass wall of the living space turns the neighborhood into a constantly changing piece of art
The walnut clad ceiling extends over the kitchen to the entry
The walnut clad ceiling extends over the kitchen to the entry
Walnut plywood with integrated LED lighting clad the open living space area, extending beyond the pocketing glass walls to the exterior
Walnut plywood with integrated LED lighting clad the open living space area, extending beyond the pocketing glass walls to the exterior
The front of the house just after completion, before the landscape grew in.
The front of the house just after completion, before the landscape grew in.

Details

Square Feet
2050
Lot Size
8,467 SF
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
2

Credits

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Architect
Builder
Boxwell Southwest
Photographer
Awards
Future of Architecture: Innovation
Publications
150 Best of the Best House Ideas

From The Ranch Mine

Link is new single-family house built on an existing vacant lot in a Historic District in Phoenix. This 2050 square foot, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom spec house is only 1000 feet from of the light rail station at 7th Avenue and Camelback Road, placing it right in the heart of uptown Phoenix. The house is designed as part of the urban fabric connecting it both to its site and its neighborhood, visually and physically. Sliding glass walls, 24 feet wide, enable the homeowner to open up the living space of the house, extending the living area outdoors to either the private backyard, the social front yard, or both. The living and dining area of the house essential can transform into an open air pavilion, ideal for entertaining. The bedrooms, bathrooms, and storage areas of the house are located in the private, main volume of the house. These private areas focus on relaxation by controlling light, sound, and ease of use. Passive solar, cross ventilation, LED lighting, and advanced framing construction help to keep this house incredibly energy efficient.