150 Best Minimalist House Ideas (2014)
Smooth Building
Architect: Jorge Hernández de la Garza
Location: Nuevo León, Mexico
Photography: Paul Czitrom
The design of this house was dictated by a request from the client that the structure accommodate both work and living uses. The architect faced a challenge in organizing the mix-use program: to provide privacy, while at the same time opening the building to the views of the majestic Sierra Madre mountain range. The design effort resulted in a homogeneous and transparent construction with sculptural qualities.
The office, which occupies the first two floors of the building, features glass partitions and rays of recessed lighting.
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Emphasize singular architectural pieces at night through transparent elements and lighting.
The two uppermost floors are reserved for domestic uses. The living room is a double-height space that opens onto a terrace with views of the mountain range on the horizon.
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Durable and resistant, high-gloss laminate is a good choice for a sleek kitchen. Cabinet push-latches can replace handles to add to a modern design.
