Turning a 1924 Victorian box home into a free flowing family space while still maintaining privacy for specific rooms was a challenge that Kariouk Associates triumphed over when designing the Echo House. A fabulous white interior space that respects the bones of the original house without sacrificing the owner’s need for more usable space.
They took down walls, opened up the ceiling, and created on open floor plan on the main floor with windows that open to the front and back for clear views and the visual illusion of more space. They constructed an office space and a den on the second level by creating a “vertical loft,” with each of the rooms appearing to float freely above the ground floor. Each room is an independent unit, but partial walls allow you to see to the floor below and give clear access to large windows, flooding each area with natural light. The master bedroom is a distinct cube cantilevered out over the entryway and surrounded by walls of windows.
We love the way the den, office and library spaces resemble building blocks hovering within the framework of the house. The white cubes and walls ensure a light, expansive feel in this deceptively small home.
More on the impressive white Echo House by Kariouk Associates.
Via BUDEZ.
This remarkable white home is set at the foot of a steep escarpment in the Wicklow Hills in Ireland. The bold white architecture has just the right touch of color – notably the red columns below and the visually appealing paneling on the side of the house.
This is an amazing modern home that works wonderfully in partnership with Mother Nature. I’m appreciating the large windows, open spaces and of course – the White!
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This beautiful white home belongs to a retired Los Angeles record executive turned successful restaurateur – Leah Simon. The interior design of this mid-century ranch house is filled with flavor to savor and then some. Carefully chosen contemporary furniture mixed with whimsical and playful inspirations are just some of the key ingredients. Leah worked with designer Susanna Kost and architect Jim Sullivan to complete her vision. The spaces are bold and interesting maintaining a special flow without compromising excitement!
When Leah contacted us, we almost couldn’t believe the home was sitting on a street named Whitehaven in Baton Rouge. Yes – Whitehaven! The exterior façade which was originally pink was painted white which makes the home look brilliant and sets the stage for all the goodness inside. White is everywhere, celebrated but not overused – absolutely love it!
As you enter the home, you’re greeted by these very regal repurposed 1970s chairs that were discovered discarded on the curb outside a furniture store. I’m really feeling the Starck Ghost Chairs and Frank Gehry lighting which really enhance the dining space. The kitchen is spacious and stunningly white. I’m also feeling the exquisite upholstered pieces and artwork throughout the home. The unique choices and thoughtful touches scream creativity and exceptionally good taste!
Images via Metropolitan Home.
by Vish on February 4, 2010
Another great white space designed by our friends over at i29. A couple of months ago, we featured Panta Rhei College by this innovative Dutch Design and Architecture studio.
The concept of this new Amsterdam project was to keep things light and minimally designed – both have been perfectly achieved in this great white home. The space I admire the most is the open bedroom and bathroom area. The panorama of the overgrown plantwall which contrasts the minimalistic white bed and bath provides a freshly intense experience. Adding such an extravagant living wall in one space is impressive plus the plants add greenery and life to an otherwise almost all white design.
Adding a well needed mirror behind the bathroom sink creates a visually appealing effect adjacent the plantwall. The overall space is very well thought out and flows wonderfully.
Many thanks to Jeroen from i29 for sending this one over.
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