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The term “house” is connected to a huge universe of meanings. It does not refer to a building bound for habitation, residence and its properties, it can allow a different and symbolic dimension. The contemporary house transcends which is known as a shelter and then, the structure follow up the new control forms, new social, […]
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In phase I, public and private spaces are defined yet linked by a permeable zone of cabinetry along the existing line of structure. This “shim wall” directs ones view towards the stage of the space: the magnificent view of the Manhattan skyline through the window. The directionality of the space is further emphasized by the […]
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Isn’t the Wizard of Oz a clear example of the awesome force that a tornado can muster? How can Jaws drive people out of the ocean screaming when a house blown through the sky brings back nostalgic memories? Please stay out of the water… but feel free to build your home below flood level and […]
The spatial and functional relationship with the location was particularly important in this project: the setting is characterized by twelve slopes of volcanic origin, cultivated with vineyards. The surrounding landscape has primary value, not only because of its aesthetic qualities, but also because it is the result of layers of processes, identities and cultures. The […]
On the 50th Anniversary of Richard Meier & Partners Architects, the Fondazione Bisazza will host the European debut of “Richard Meier. Architecture and Design” exhibition, a retrospective of the American architect’s iconic work and the unveiling of a site-specific installation, titled “Internal Time”, especially conceived for the Foundation’s Permanent Collection. Montecchio (VI) – Fondazione Bisazza […]
The house occupies a portion of land in an already built plot. The existing house -parents- and the new one –sons-, must maintain a reasonable level of privacy, despite sharing the joint use of the courtyard, and without establishing a physical boundary between the two parcels. Taking advantage of the gentle cross slope of the […]
