Design Buy Build Issue 68 2024 | Page 5

PROJECT FOCUS
The generously glazed rear facade establishes a strong connection with the outdoor landscaping and trees of the mountain . This symbiosis is skillfully reinforced by vertically arranged IPE wood slats , meticulously positioned to create a distinct rhythm and visual balance . The exterior wood elements extend indoors , transitioning into oak wood . The indoor-outdoor boundary is blurred through this continuity of natural materials . The house boasts expansive overhanging slate roofs , seamlessly merging with the existing stone , pale-colored brick , and tin-coated copper .
The property ' s landscaping seamlessly integrates with the surrounding nature . This essential component of the project has been meticulously crafted to create a Zen garden infused with Japanese influences . Water also plays a central role , appearing in various forms ; tranquil ponds marking the approach to the main entrance and the transition to the sunken outdoor lounge area , as well as a fountain in the side courtyard . Water contributes to the serene ambiance overall , reflecting light and evoking soothing sounds . Additionally , river pebbles add to this sense of tranquility , while the substitution of conventional grass with thyme enhances the landscape ' s unique appeal .
" Water contributes to the serene ambiance overall , reflecting light and evoking soothing sounds "
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