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Beach House at Avoca Beach by Architecture Saville Isaacs
Beach House at Avoca Beach by Architecture Saville Isaacs
Architecture Saville IsaacsArchitecture Saville Isaacs
Interior - Living Room and Dining Beach House at Avoca Beach by Architecture Saville Isaacs Project Summary Architecture Saville Isaacs https://www.architecturesavilleisaacs.com.au/ The core idea of people living and engaging with place is an underlying principle of our practice, given expression in the manner in which this home engages with the exterior, not in a general expansive nod to view, but in a varied and intimate manner. The interpretation of experiencing life at the beach in all its forms has been manifested in tangible spaces and places through the design of pavilions, courtyards and outdoor rooms. Architecture Saville Isaacs https://www.architecturesavilleisaacs.com.au/ A progression of pavilions and courtyards are strung off a circulation spine/breezeway, from street to beach: entry/car court; grassed west courtyard (existing tree); games pavilion; sand+fire courtyard (=sheltered heart); living pavilion; operable verandah; beach. The interiors reinforce architectural design principles and place-making, allowing every space to be utilised to its optimum. There is no differentiation between architecture and interiors: Interior becomes exterior, joinery becomes space modulator, materials become textural art brought to life by the sun.   Project Description Architecture Saville Isaacs https://www.architecturesavilleisaacs.com.au/ The core idea of people living and engaging with place is an underlying principle of our practice, given expression in the manner in which this home engages with the exterior, not in a general expansive nod to view, but in a varied and intimate manner. The house is designed to maximise the spectacular Avoca beachfront location with a variety of indoor and outdoor rooms in which to experience different aspects of beachside living. Client brief: home to accommodate a small family yet expandable to accommodate multiple guest configurations, varying levels of privacy, scale and interaction. A home which responds to its environment both functionally and aesthetically, with a preference for raw, natural and robust materials. Maximise connection – visual and physical – to beach. The response was a series of operable spaces relating in succession, maintaining focus/connection, to the beach. The public spaces have been designed as series of indoor/outdoor pavilions. Courtyards treated as outdoor rooms, creating ambiguity and blurring the distinction between inside and out. A progression of pavilions and courtyards are strung off circulation spine/breezeway, from street to beach: entry/car court; grassed west courtyard (existing tree); games pavilion; sand+fire courtyard (=sheltered heart); living pavilion; operable verandah; beach. Verandah is final transition space to beach: enclosable in winter; completely open in summer. This project seeks to demonstrates that focusing on the interrelationship with the surrounding environment, the volumetric quality and light enhanced sculpted open spaces, as well as the tactile quality of the materials, there is no need to showcase expensive finishes and create aesthetic gymnastics. The design avoids fashion and instead works with the timeless elements of materiality, space, volume and light, seeking to achieve a sense of calm, peace and tranquillity. Architecture Saville Isaacs https://www.architecturesavilleisaacs.com.au/ Focus is on the tactile quality of the materials: a consistent palette of concrete, raw recycled grey ironbark, steel and natural stone. Materials selections are raw, robust, low maintenance and recyclable. Light, natural and artificial, is used to sculpt the space and accentuate textural qualities of materials. Passive climatic design strategies (orientation, winter solar penetration, screening/shading, thermal mass and cross ventilation) result in stable indoor temperatures, requiring minimal use of heating and cooling. Architecture Saville Isaacs https://www.architecturesavilleisaacs.com.au/ Accommodation is naturally ventilated by eastern sea breezes, but sheltered from harsh afternoon winds. Both bore and rainwater are harvested for reuse. Low VOC and non-toxic materials and finishes, hydronic floor heating and ventilation ensure a healthy indoor environment. Project was the outcome of extensive collaboration with client, specialist consultants (including coastal erosion) and the builder. The interpretation of experiencing life by the sea in all its forms has been manifested in tangible spaces and places through the design of the pavilions, courtyards and outdoor rooms. The interior design has been an extension of the architectural intent, reinforcing architectural design principles and place-making, allowing every space to be utilised to its optimum capacity. There is no differentiation between architecture and interiors: Interior becomes exterior, joinery becomes space modulator, materials become textural art brought to life by the sun. Architecture Saville Isaacs https://www.architecturesavilleisaacs.com.au/ https://www.architecturesavilleisaacs.com.au/
202 Venetian Drive | Delray Beach, Florida - Offered at $4.295 Million
202 Venetian Drive | Delray Beach, Florida - Offered at $4.295 Million
Seaside Builders Of Delray Beach, FloridaSeaside Builders Of Delray Beach, Florida
Family Room
This is an example of a mid-sized modern open concept family room in Miami with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a built-in media wall and beige floor.
Portage Bay
Portage Bay
Heliotrope ArchitectsHeliotrope Architects
Photo Credit: Aaron Leitz
This is an example of a modern open concept living room in Seattle with slate floors, a standard fireplace, a home bar and a concrete fireplace surround.
Weldon Project
Weldon Project
Interior Exterior Designs Inc.Interior Exterior Designs Inc.
Sacks, Del Mar
Design ideas for a large traditional open concept family room in Orange County with white walls, marble floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and beige floor.
Surf's Up
Surf's Up
Blythe InteriorsBlythe Interiors
Photo of a large beach style living room in San Diego with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and panelled walls.
Extensión y reforma integral en Sag Harbor
Extensión y reforma integral en Sag Harbor
Donaire Milans ArquitectosDonaire Milans Arquitectos
fotografía © Montse Zamorano
Design ideas for a mid-sized open concept living room in New York with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround and exposed beam.
Woodside House 2
Woodside House 2
Dotter & Solfjeld Architecture + DesignDotter & Solfjeld Architecture + Design
Photo of a large midcentury open concept living room in San Francisco with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, no tv and beige floor.
Blairgowrie Home - Coastal Living
Blairgowrie Home - Coastal Living
Studio TomStudio Tom
Derek Swalwell
Photo of a contemporary formal open concept living room in Melbourne with medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, grey walls and brown floor.
Transitional and Contemporary Mantels
Transitional and Contemporary Mantels
American Masonry SupplyAmerican Masonry Supply
Transitional cast stone mantel surround for the living room.
Photo of a transitional living room in Dallas with a standard fireplace and a concrete fireplace surround.
Lake Sammamish Waterfront
Lake Sammamish Waterfront
Michelle Yorke Interior Design LLCMichelle Yorke Interior Design LLC
It’s all about detail in this living room! To contrast with the tailored foundation, set through the contemporary furnishings we chose, we added color, texture, and scale through the home decor. Large display shelves beautifully showcase the client’s unique collection of books and antiques, drawing the eyes up to the accent artwork. Durable fabrics will keep this living room looking pristine for years to come, which make cleaning and maintaining the sofa and chairs effortless and efficient. Designed by Michelle Yorke Interiors who also serves Seattle as well as Seattle's Eastside suburbs from Mercer Island all the way through Cle Elum. For more about Michelle Yorke, click here: https://michelleyorkedesign.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://michelleyorkedesign.com/lake-sammamish-waterfront/
Midcentury Remodel
Midcentury Remodel
John ThomasJohn Thomas
Photo of an expansive midcentury formal open concept living room in Albuquerque with white walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround and beige floor.
Fireplace
Fireplace
American Marble & GraniteAmerican Marble & Granite
Large contemporary formal open concept living room in Portland with light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround and brown floor.
Hard Modern Living Room Design
Hard Modern Living Room Design
Domus Design GroupDomus Design Group
This is an example of a mid-sized modern formal enclosed living room in Sacramento with white walls, travertine floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a built-in media wall and beige floor.
Raumteiler 2-seitig
Raumteiler 2-seitig
RAMFIRE KAMINE KGRAMFIRE KAMINE KG
This is an example of a large contemporary formal open concept living room in Nuremberg with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, no tv and beige floor.
Modern Global-Chic Eichler in San Rafael, California
Modern Global-Chic Eichler in San Rafael, California
LMB InteriorsLMB Interiors
Photo by Suzanna Scott. $1200 retail wool rug from Feizy, which we then had custom cut to size and hand-serged for just $150. The fireplace is dressed up with a white Traditional African Headdress sourced at a local flea market, and baskets and vases from West Elm and CB2, against a solid walnut built-in media cabinet below the TV. The Khrome Studios Della Robbia “sectional” (which would have been an expensive custom order) was created using a stock-size sofa in graded-in (stock) fabric, with an ottoman, giving a sectional effect. Coffee table sourced on Etsy for $875. Gubi Grasshopper lamps were another splurge (the client LOVED them) at $900 each.
Fort Lauderdale Fresh
Fort Lauderdale Fresh
Zelman Style InteriorsZelman Style Interiors
Thierry Dehove
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern open concept living room in Miami with grey walls, porcelain floors, a standard fireplace and a concrete fireplace surround.
Residence Living and Dining
Residence Living and Dining
romero + obeji interior designromero + obeji interior design
The different levels of this space not only suggest distinct areas for lounging and dining but the raised area enhances the views of the outdoors over the living room seating. The built in bookcase was existing but was in a dark wood and so we painted it and had all the sections lit to highliight the owners' arrowhead collection. The floors and handrails throughout the house were originally a high gloss gymnasium yellow floor - they were sanded and given a satin sheen. More images on our website: http://www.romero-obeji-interiordesign.com
Modern Barn
Modern Barn
THREE SIXTY ONE Architecture, AIATHREE SIXTY ONE Architecture, AIA
Large contemporary open concept living room in San Francisco with medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.
HGTV Showhouse Showdown TV show
HGTV Showhouse Showdown TV show
Charles Neal InteriorsCharles Neal Interiors
The Living Room was features on HGTV Showhouse Showdown. It features Venetian Plaster walls and a faceted custom fireplace wall.
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Miami with blue walls, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, dark hardwood floors and a wall-mounted tv.
North Bay Residence
North Bay Residence
Prentiss Balance Wickline ArchitectsPrentiss Balance Wickline Architects
Photographer: Jay Goodrich This 2800 sf single-family home was completed in 2009. The clients desired an intimate, yet dynamic family residence that reflected the beauty of the site and the lifestyle of the San Juan Islands. The house was built to be both a place to gather for large dinners with friends and family as well as a cozy home for the couple when they are there alone. The project is located on a stunning, but cripplingly-restricted site overlooking Griffin Bay on San Juan Island. The most practical area to build was exactly where three beautiful old growth trees had already chosen to live. A prior architect, in a prior design, had proposed chopping them down and building right in the middle of the site. From our perspective, the trees were an important essence of the site and respectfully had to be preserved. As a result we squeezed the programmatic requirements, kept the clients on a square foot restriction and pressed tight against property setbacks. The delineate concept is a stone wall that sweeps from the parking to the entry, through the house and out the other side, terminating in a hook that nestles the master shower. This is the symbolic and functional shield between the public road and the private living spaces of the home owners. All the primary living spaces and the master suite are on the water side, the remaining rooms are tucked into the hill on the road side of the wall. Off-setting the solid massing of the stone walls is a pavilion which grabs the views and the light to the south, east and west. Built in a position to be hammered by the winter storms the pavilion, while light and airy in appearance and feeling, is constructed of glass, steel, stout wood timbers and doors with a stone roof and a slate floor. The glass pavilion is anchored by two concrete panel chimneys; the windows are steel framed and the exterior skin is of powder coated steel sheathing.

Living Design Ideas with a Standard Fireplace and a Concrete Fireplace Surround

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