CASE STUDY
ALVA ROY
Designed by Alva Roy , Double House gracefully fulfills the clients ’ wish for seclusion and privacy while maintaining ample access to light and various interior levels .
Finishes in polished handmade reflective black bricks , white panels that reflect the changing moods of the sky , and in combination with Japanese Shou Sugi Ban wood cladding style and Corten steel , exude a subtle assurance .
The design strategically combines materials and textures to highlight the distinct volumes of the home . Predominantly wrapped in black bricks and floor-to-ceiling glazing , the main and second levels step back on three sides , forming a base that sustains a projecting second storey . The latter is adorned with white panels , exhibiting varying hues as sunlight changes throughout the day . This black handmade brick extends from the front facade into the interior spaces at two different levels , framing the sizable , recessed living room window on the ground floor , and the private suite at the intermediate floor , ensuring both continuity and contrast at ground level .
The clients , a young couple , desired a modestly sized home for a family of four that would ultimately prioritize comfort , separation of sleeping rooms at different levels , and the display of contemporary artworks . The interiors are defined by singular and expansive volumes that both reveal and conceal . The double-story voids effectively dedicate designated walls lit by a series of skylights from the roof above , placed on the north side and perfect for absorbing northern light during the day . This house
TECHNICAL SHEET
Residential Project - Single Family House Total Area : 300m2 Architect : Alva Roy Builder : ArA Photo credit : Tom Arban
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