* Residential Architecture: Curved House by Hufft Projects
Posted by the editors on Friday, 25 May 2012
Residential Architecture: Curved House by Hufft Projects: “..The Curved House is a modern residence with distinctive lines. Conceived in plan as a U-shaped form, this residence features a courtyard that allows for a private retreat to an outdoor pool and a custom fire pit. The master wing flanks one side of this central space while the living spaces, a pool cabana, and a view to an adjacent creek form the remainder of the perimeter. A signature masonry wall gently curves in two places signifying both the primary entrance and the western wall of the pool cabana. An eclectic and vibrant material palette of brick, Spanish roof tile, Ipe, Western Red Cedar, and various interior finish tiles add to the dramatic expanse of the residence. The client’s interest in suitability [sustainability? ndlr] is manifested in numerous locations, which include a photovoltaic array on the cabana roof, a geothermal system, radiant floor heating, and a design which provides natural daylighting and views in every room..” Extensive glazing, natural light, occasional repetition of curvilinear elements in any otherwise rectangular geometry, varied materiality, sustainability..
See our posts on other homes by Hufft Projects:
- Residential Architecture: Heavy Metal House by Hufft Projects
- Residential Architecture: Bent + Sliced Residence by Hufft Projects
- Residential Architecture: Postcard House by Hufft Projects
image: Mike Sinclair; article: Contemporist
