Italian furniture manufacturer Poliform has created an inspirational residential interior project called “My Life in 80m²” to show that the quality of a living space does not depend on the size.
This home is quite nice.
“What they built is a beautiful combination of functional architecture and modern aesthetics that is as much a sculptural showcase as a functional home. Two steel-framed rectangular volumes—one has a single story and the other has two—stand parallel to each other, though they have been staggered to take full advantage of the narrow lot and to provide ample outdoor living space. The buildings are connected by a glass-walled hallway that bridges a reflecting pool and water garden and there is an abundance of over-sized sliding windows, doors, and glass panels to blur the line between the built environment and the natural one.”
I have nothing against prefabricated homes. I think they’re a great idea and are immensely cheaper (thus affordable) for people who have a hard time buying a home.
The River Bend Residence by Pb Elemental Architecture
“The River Bend residence sits at the base of the Cascades in a heavily forested site on the bank of the Snoqualmie River. The home balances the client’s desire for privacy, while embracing nature.”
I like how the bedroom is isolated from the house and has large windows for the morning sun.
Diamond In the Rough (and Ready)
I don’t know if I can live in a house like this, but the design is very environmentally friendly. There’s something about concrete flooring that doesn’t sit well with me. Unless of course there’s heated flooring underneath.
