Colorful Family Home in Taiwan Inspiring Social Interaction

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Posted: 05 May 2014 05:19 AM PDT

House Design Co. shared some photos and information regarding a lovely 265 square-meter family home the studio has completed in Taiwan. Extensive use of bright color accents give the entire abode a playful and cheerful atmosphere. However, before the renovation, all interiors were dark, which caused a heavy and depressing feeling. Therefore, the first issue of the client’s brief was how to have light get through the whole interior and gain more space.

By planning the living zones (where most activities occur) in the center of the residence, and bedrooms on both sides, the designers optimized the amount of natural light coming in. A good social flow was also created, improving interaction between family members. As you can see in the photos below, each interior has its own well defined personality, with color taking center stage every time. [Photos and information provided via e-mail by House Design Co.]

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Simple Geometric House with Two Profiles: House T in Salzburg, Austria

Posted: 05 May 2014 01:29 AM PDT

Nested on a triangular site, House T is a modern home with two different profiles, fully designed and developed by Haro Architects near Salzburg, Austria. The residence, presented as a simple rectangular-shaped construction, with only one terrace to interrupt the linearity, features a private closed facade on one side and a contrasting front with walls of glazings facing the city and the mountains, on the other. The exterior is vertically clad in larch wood. However, this material is a very inspired choice for building durable structures. Its soundproofing qualities make the material appropriate for this particular house, located very close to the street.

The garage is partially hidden by its green roof and it can be accessed via two different means: the underground stairwell or the exterior set of stairs. The flat grassy area covering the garage together with the extended terrace form a landscaped yard, perfect for outdoor dining. Kitchen and living room, both located to the top floor offer the most amazing views. Inside, a fireplace and a shelving unit reflect the house’s simple and neat linearity.