We share a love for the poetry of architecture and its relationship to natural landscapes with the enthusiastic family of four for whom we designed this ground-up, peace-infused southern California residence.Every room in the house enjoys natural light and ventilation, many of which utilize skylights to mitigate the need for artificial light during the day. An expansive great room acts as a cen...... >> Suite
Located in a residential neighborhood in Cape Cod, this home is the perfect getaway for a family of four wanting to escape the city life of Boston. The four module home was set on an existing 28u2019 x 50u2019 foundation to utilize the existing structure and expedite the construction process. The new 2,775 sf home takes advantage of its natural surroundings with an exterior stair leading to an expansive r...... >> Suite
This project was designed to compliment the clients simple lifestyle and minimalist taste. The entry courtyard is cool and clean, the sideyard has a wide expanse of lawn surrounded with low maintenance shrubs and trees. The back deck was made for entertaining. Eating and living areas defined by not only furniture but with large planters used as ... >> Suite
This modern landscape set in the heart of Chicago combines modern adult amenities with functional kid spaces. Poured in place concrete bar, ipe fence, natural gas fireplace, synlawn and low voltage lighting make this space highly functional.... >> Suite
Woodway Residence Woodway, Washington.With minimal changes to the footprint, this previously dark, disorganized 1950s suburban home was redesigned to blur the boundary between indoor living and the landscape beyond. A composition of enlongated colored boxes and planar elements organizes and enlivens the house. Circulation and living spaces occupy the resulting zones between.A spine of ipe decking ...... >> Suite
This project explores the nature of fluidity and sequence in the context of space, circulation, and landscape. The site rests atop one of the highest points in Point Dume, Malibu, and offers stunning panoramas that make the organization of views of paramount concern. The home both captures and is captivated by these views, creating spaces that flow in to one another and in to the landscape. The oc...... >> Suite
This was based on the Park Avenue Planter + Bench by CHENG Concrete. I updated the design and incorporated Ipe wood which was also used for our deck material. Each base weighs approx. 100lbs. The planter sections were filled with Scottish Moss.... >> Suite
