Architecture and Home Design

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Private Residence in Kanada, Beautiful Modern Home Design by Hotson Bakker Architect Posted: 19 Jul 2013 09:43 PM PDT Private Residence in Kanada, Beautiful Home designed by Hotson Bakker Architect. The design approach to address old and new was to break the two with a transpar-ent 'joint' or 'knuckle' – the outcome is the "grand window." Programmatically, the new staircase became the ideal location for this transition, where the homeowners can glimpse this relationship from the inside as they ascend to the second ?oor. The open space concept is further supported by the glass ?oor, which both shares light and emphasizes contrast between the more traditionally partitioned portion of the existing home. Bright colours and the homeowner's artwork helped accentuate the materials and lighting. The 750 square foot addition to the residence is designed to compliment the circa 1920's home and uniquely meld heritage with contemporary. Located in a beautiful historical Vancouver neighbourhood, this family home is nestled on a corner property amongst century old trees and mature foliage.

Southern Ocean Retreats by Max Pritchard Architects Posted: 19 Jul 2013 09:43 AM PDT Located within the Deep Creek Conservation Park, designed by Max Pritchard Architects, these three cabins provide self-contained accommodation for visitors seeking a relaxing natural environment for sight seeing, bush walking, fishing and bird watching. In contrast to the more usual approach of bush cabins as an enclosed refuge, the units are designed to open up to the beautiful natural bush setting, utilizing large sliding glass doors and high windows. A traditional element, a large stone fireplace, becomes the night-time focus of the living room. Environmental considerations were important. The light delicate structures minimize intrusion into the fragile setting. North facing windows allow low winter sun to provide heating, supplemented by the wood heater, while summer cooling is aided by cross ventilation and ceiling fans. The cabins are self sufficient in water and hot water is provided by roof mounted solar water units.

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