A Contemporary Self-Build

Vote now for your favourite homeThe evolution of design came though understanding the phenomenology of place, carefully balanced against the client’s individual lifestyle. The house reveals a strong directional orientation towards the setting sun and is celebrated though various cantilevers that dramatise the external form, whilst providing shelter from the elements. The low-sitting design minimises its impact on the landscape and public realm, expressing a air of humility whilst replicating the simple linear form and structure of Gower vernacular ‘barn’ typology. A simple timber clad platonic box, strategically positioned – hints at a more radical composition within the private courtyard denied from view.

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#1

A stunning house,

Anonymous (not verified)
Wed, 13/10/2010 - 13:16
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A stunning house, sensitively designed relative to it's context.

#2

stunning home

Dave Cornett
Tue, 19/10/2010 - 15:31
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The Contemporary house is by Hyde + Hyde Architects and further images can be seen on their website...

http://www.hydearchitects.com/projects/residential/pennard-house

David Cornett
SNOW ltd
RIBA Chartered Architects providing fresh, crisp and clear design solutions for your project.

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