Hill House in Belvedere, California by BCV Architects

Posted by worldhouse on June 21, 2010

This Hill House designed by BCV Architects, located in Belvedere, California.
Description from Architects :

Designed to take advantage of Northern California’s climate, this Mediterranean-style residence has multiple outdoor living areas oriented towards views of San Francisco Bay and Mt. Tamalpais. The 3-story home is anchored into its steep hillside site with hand-cut stone walls. The topmost floor’s outdoor loggia features a fireplace and radiant floors to extend outdoor living throughout the foggy season. Below, a garden, pool, fire pit, outdoor pizza oven and Roman spa complement the clients’ indoor/outdoor lifestyle. Plaster walls and ceilings are complemented by custom steel and bronze doors, windows, balconies and awnings. [ BCV Architects ]

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Wheeler Residence, Modern and Green House Design by William Duff Architects

Posted by worldhouse on November 3, 2009

Here the pictures of Wheeler Residence, Modern and Green House was designed by William Duff Architects. Integrating high-end modern design and a commitment to green building, this new house makes use of an existing foundation to create dramatic living spaces that flow into the landscape. The material palette includes COR-TEN steel, stained concrete mixed with fly-ash and Fin-Ply panels. Passive ventilation, radiant floors, solar hot water and photovoltaic power dramatically reduce energy use. For further detail visit William Duff Architects site.