On the latest episode of BIM After Dark Live I introduced our project, “split level redux”. I plan on documenting this project throughout the year and using it as an example for discussions, questions, and so on.
During this live session I walked through some tips for modeling existing conditions (in fact, there were quite a few questions that kept me on that topic longer than I thought!), I ran through some unique demolition tips, I show you how Enscape can be a quick design tool, and more...
Stilted Studios is a great little project located in Northwestern Connecticut. The existing house was built in the 70's to a somewhat contemporary style with steep shed roofs that split to create North facing clerestory windows….
Read MoreThe Hebron Hill House has been making great progress towards completion. Windows are in, drywall is up, and the new open-concept living/dining/kitchen space is taking shape. Check out some progress photos below…
We are extremely excited to see this project to completion and can’t wait to take in the beautiful views of it’s 23 acre lot from the south facing patio…
Stay tuned or contact us for more updates from this project.
There is nothing more exciting to an architect than seeing a design become reality…
That is why going to see a project that started as a few lines on trace paper under construction is the favorite part of my job.
The “hebron hill house” is an addition and renovation to a private residence in central Connecticut. After an in-depth and collaborative design process with the owners the project is under construction and taking shape…
Continue reading to view construction progress photos and learn more about the design…
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There is so much we can learn by studying Mid-Century Modern home designs. For example, strategic overhangs and window placements offer passive solar heating and shading. Mid-century moderns will typically put an emphasis on natural lighting and proportionately scale the height of rooms based on their functions and sizes. Here in Connecticut, a traditionally “colonial” state, there are many great examples of mid-century modern homes built during the 60s and 70s.
Looking beyond the well-known structures, such as Philip Johnson’s “Glass House”, we find a plethora of mid-century modern homes spread throughout Connecticut’s suburban landscape. These houses are unique from one another and represent many different principles of mid-century modern design. Some of them have simple shed roofs with large windows opening towards a view. While others have expansive living rooms with exposed post-and-beam structures and high clerestory windows.
Here at studio.bad architects, we have had the pleasure of being commissioned to design additions and renovations to some of Connecticut’s hidden mid-century modern homes. In this week's studio session we want to introduce you to an exciting mid-century modern renovation that emphasizes how small strategic design moves can enhance the positive elements that already exist in your home’s design.
Tucked away in the hills of Simsbury, Connecticut, the existing structure of this mid-century modern boasted a lovely wooded site, open floor plan, and high clerestory windows. Our clients, a young family from Michigan whose careers brought them to Connecticut, loved many aspects of the home but felt there were some changes that needed to be made to meet their space requirements and the site features they enjoyed most.
When tasked with taking the iconic style of an American Ranch home and applying our principles of simple, modern, and sustainable architecture while thoughtfully reflecting the surrounding environment we still start with two simple tools: a pen and paper.
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When planning to renovate or build your new home a great way to communicate your preferences and architectural styles to your architect is by collecting and sharing images. Ranging from simple photos of cabinets or faucets you love to full exterior photos of completed houses, these collages tell the story of you and your family.
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When it comes to residential design and construction most of our clients are families and have never worked with an architect or contractor before. In fact, for most families, their residential addition or new home will be the only time they will ever work with an architect or contractor.
Without previous knowledge of the process, many families looking to “build” will instinctually go straight to a “builder”. Makes sense, right? Then, the contractor will look for an architect (or an unlicensed draftsman) to draw-up a plan to submit for permits.
Wrong.
In reality, the traditional design and build process is the complete opposite.
It has just been announced that studio.bad's submission to the Triple Bridge Waterfront Competition earned an honorable mention! The project, titled 'shift city', explored what an infinitely adaptable city would be like.
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