Eclectitude: Organic Architecture

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Thursday, October 24, 2013

Skilken House, Bart Prince - Architect

A 75' pool.

In the living space.

You have no idea how much that rocks my world.

How I have been compiling this blog for YEARS now and not discovered Bart Prince, is one of those mysteries that I have no answer for. I'm not so wild about all the stairs involved here (aging knees have made me allergic to steps) but how gorgeous is this home in Columbus, Ohio?

Skilken House, Bart Prince - Architect

Tuesday, October 1, 2013

Awesome Bridge Files - Henderson Waves Bridge

Of the two cities in the world that I see investing heavily in striking, world-class, creative architecture - Dubai and Singapore - I find myself more drawn to the organic creativity of Singapore.

I posted some shots of the Helix Bridge in Singapore last year, the Henderson Waves bridge would be more striking (in my opinion) if the scenic treatment hadn't been just a facade. I found myself disappointed when I realized that the "waves" were only on one side. This would have been much cooler if the waves were little tunnels you passed through.

Henderson Waves Bridge - Singapore

Sunday, August 18, 2013

Art Nouveau House in Los Angeles - the O'Neill House

I was stunned recently to discover this TREASURE right in my own back yard! Right here in Los Angeles, a piece of whimsical Art Nouveau architecture that could only have been built by someone brave enough to say "damn the neighbors, full speed ahead!"

I love that.

And bravo! I may need to take a drive by sometime soon :)

I couldn't find too much info on the house other than this, from I am Not a Stalker.

"In 1978, an art dealer named Don O’Neill and his wife, Sandy, decided to remodel the guest home of their traditional residence in the Art Nouveau-style of Don’s favorite architect, Antoni Gaudi. That guest house is pictured below and is actually the most famous portion of the property."

Art Nouveau O'Neill House - Los Angeles

Wednesday, May 29, 2013

Lotus House - Ken Kellogg, Architect

So, a rare opportunity cropped up for a tour of some of Ken Kellogg's fantastic work. The only one I could get to was the (luckily) the one I wanted to see the most, the Yen House in La Jolla (also called the Poppy House or the Lotus House.)

Pictures from the tour - which supports the Institute for Organic Architecture he is constructing.

Best quote: "Architecture is a love affair with nature."

Lotus House - Kendrick Kellogg, Architect

Saturday, May 4, 2013

Creative Cob House - Somerset

Thanks to a commenter, I stumbled upon a whole trove of amazing examples of organic homes over at naturalhomes.org. The first one that caught my eye was this piece of livable art built by the Goatlings in Somerset, UK.

It will come as no surprise that one of the owners is a artisan woodsmith. I may need to import him when I build my house ;)

Cob house in Somerset, UK

Sunday, April 28, 2013

Atoll House - Kendrick Kellogg, Architect

It's been awhile since we visited the wonders of architect Kendrick Bangs Kellogg, a favorite of mine and pal of James Hubbell.

His name came back up when I recently got an invitation to tour some of his homes and chat with the architect (pictures and goodies coming!) While this beauty, called the Atoll House (La Jolla, CA), isn't on the itinerary, we do have some eye candy.

Stained glass and chandeliers are by James Hubbell.

Atoll House, La Jolla - Kendrick Kellogg, Architect

Thursday, April 18, 2013

A Dome House in Thailand

I'm not sure what's more enchanting about Steve Areen's Dome House in Thailand - the house or the story behind it.

1. Mango Farm? I am so there. Yes, please.

2. Dome house? Check, like that's a surprise.

3. Built with less than $9,000? Holy organic architecture, Batman!

4. Results? Gorgeous, when can I move in?

There are tons of pictures over at the website, these were my favorites.

Steve Areen Dome House - Thailand

Sunday, March 31, 2013

Brazilian Leaf House by Mareines + Patalano, Architects

The setting - Rio de Janeiro. The architects - Mareines + Patalano. The inspiration - nature.

Can I just say how much I love this? Or is covet a better word choice? Sigh.
Not only lovely, but passively cooled and naturally ventilated. I also love the big open spaces and no hallways.

And on the beach, let's not leave that out.

Brazilian Leaf House by Mareines + Patalano

Sunday, March 17, 2013

Seashell House by Mark Mills

It's funny how you can fall in love with something at first sight.

I had that experience twice in the past 2 days - once with a piece of jewelry that now graces my person, the second time this morning when I saw pictures of a wonderful house on the Carmel coastline designed by architect Mark Mills.

One love at first sight I could afford and the other I can't (currently on the market at a cool 3 mil.)

When you can't afford the things you love, you do the next best thing: immortalize them in a blog post ;)

Seashell House by Mark Mills, Architect

Monday, March 11, 2013

Garden of Cosmic Speculation by Charles Jencks

This weekend I tripped over another lucky soul who had his own 30 acres to play with and create his dream garden.

Landscape Architect Charles Jencks took his 30 acre playground and built a sculpture garden inspired by mathematics and science.

I LOVE this first image of the open air pergola. Oh, the things I could do with 30 acres and a generous budget...

Garden of Cosmic Speculation by Charles Jencks

Sunday, March 3, 2013

Coastal Glass House by Mickey Muennig

Chaos gets in the way of the blogging again! While we were out, this crossed my desk and I gave a long sigh of want. What a great spot to write, think, and daydream (does it get WiFi?)

(location: Big Sur, California.)

Big Sur Organic House by Mickey Muennig

Tuesday, January 8, 2013

Flower House by Javier Senosiain, Architect

It's been a while since we visited the delightful works of Javier Senosiain in Mexico! I tried to do some more research on the Flower House (Casa Flor) but it seems that everybody only writes about his Nautilus House. So, off we go down the path less chosen.

While there aren't a lot of pictures for this house, it appeals to my wish for a central courtyard and the rooms of the house off to the sides, like petals of a flower.

The glass work is outstanding and we all know what a sucker I am for big color....

Flower House (Casa Flor) by Javier Senosiain, Architect

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