Barcode House

The Barcode House

Can you see why it's called this??

David Jameson Architect Inc. was definitely inspired by the actual look of barcodes for this house located in Washington D.C.  The steel bars down the side reflect that of an actual barcode.  The are along the front facade of the building as well. 

Lots of light entering this building!  Not very private either.  I think this would be a better business building rather than residential.  

{Photographs via Paul Warchol}

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Wall-less House

The Wall-less House by Tezuka Architects

In 2000, Tokyo based architects created this 2,650 square three-story home in Setagaya-ku, one of the 23 special districts of Tokyo, Japan.  The best part of the house is the ground floor level with no walls!

“This large site in a dense residential neighborhood provides a rare opportunity to open the house completely to the landscape and environment, like a retreat villa in the countryside."

"Occupying only 20% of the site, the house leaves ample space around it for a truly open, continuous space, a wall-less house."

"Using a lightweight steel, load bearing frame structure, the axial loads are distributed through only a utility core in the center and two thin columns, therefore opening the living space to the outside completely on all sides."

"The floors thus float in air, surrounded by the trees for greenery and privacy.”

Everything about this looks amazing to me..... MINUS the bug factor.  Not sure how many insects or bugs are in Tokyo, but that's the only issue I would have with this open-air home.  

What do you think?  Do you like this design? 

{via Tezuka Architects & Home DSGN}

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Acquavilla

Acquavilla constructed by Winn Wittman Architecture is located in Austin, Texas.  

It is a renovation of a mid-80's wreck.  

According to the architects, the residence was developed in a way that reflects the whimsical personality of the owner. 

The original facade is enriched by a custom-designed metal panel system with interesting leaf motives. This pattern is reoccurring throughout the property at unique places, such as glass doors or windows. 

The pool- which seems to blend with the nearby lake- is probably this building’s most alluring feature.

                     (notice the leaf motif above on the overhang)

The interiors are highly modern and each room is invaded by light. 

Click below to see more pictures of the interior

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Who needs stairs??

Don't we all just love slides?  

{This print can be purchased on Etsy via Urban Pink Photography}

What's not to love? Wind through your hair... a thrill and a rush....you get from one destination to the other faster than you would walking... ALL AROUND WIN!

But how much better would it be if these slides were.... IN YOUR HOME!!!!!!!

Yes... built right in to the infrastructure... here are some examples:

 This particular helical slide is built in between two penthouse condos in the East Village NYC by Turett Collabortive Architects

The half-tube stainless steel slide starts on the top floor near the office, and lands below near both the living and dining areas.

 Would certainly get the kids to the dinner table easier AND faster, don't you think? :)

 These kids can just slide on down to the living room to watch some cartoons, after playing upstairs in the bedroom! Must be nice! 

This home above has dueling slides that are large enough for parents to partake in! See layout below:

Concrete Slide that wraps around the outside

This one even has a trap door in the floor with a slide to the next level down! 

& here's actually a slide in hotel in Malaga!  

Late-Check outs probably aren't an issue here. :) 

Amazing right?!

Do you think you would want a slide in your home?  If so, would it be for you or the kids? ;-)

{Images via Bless this Stuff & Turett Collabortive Architects; Design Public; Oh Dee Doh; Coochicoos; Handmade Charlotte; Sending Postcards}

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The Nightingale House by Marc Canadell

Set high above the celebrated Sunset Strip, overlooking West Hollywood, CA lies a modern architecture masterpiece designed by


 Marc Canadell

This custom home design boasts five bedrooms, eight bathrooms, one acre and over 9,000 sq. ft of pure extravagance.

 This house features an infinity lap pool with a breathtaking view. 

Projector on the house?! How amazing is that??

I'd have movie nights at my house all the time! 

So beautiful.  

I love the fire on the floor!  

Can't have any children or pets or drunks around when that is on though! :)

Retractable walls for open-air rooms. 

 

How awesome would it be to cook with this view??

Those table lights are fantastic. 

Click below to SEE MORE incredible pictures! 

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