Casey Key Guest House was designed by TOTeMS Architecture and is located in Florida. According to the architects’ description, “the owner requested a “house in the trees.” A small program, including one bedroom, bath, living area with kitchenette, and a loft, is organized to provide privacy between a neighboring property to the north, while offering broad views of the oak hammock, and Intercoastal Waterway. Glulam beams were selected for their ability to enfold the structure around the space. The laminated pine beams, which curve over the entire space, blur the distinction between wall and roof. The result is an open structure to the east and west, yet solid and private to the north. The ground floor includes a small storage room for kayaks, and a covered deck. The loft interior, defined primarily by the curved beams, alludes to the aquatic bay environment, and wooden boat hull construction. Ship lap cypress siding is used to clad the exterior walls and interior curved wall”. Located in an area known for its common floods, the floors had to be elevated. What do you think of the architects’ approach on this project?
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By Lavinia
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Love the modern architecture with a softer approach to the interior furnishings and details!
wonderfull
look pretty for a home with views of surrounding green. imagine if I was in the house with views of mountains, forests and lakes. The house looks elegant with a unique design, but too fancy for a tree house.
I love the shape of the house. Very unique
I think it is sometimes difficult to find a balance between modern and warm, especially when using wood paneling (usually ends up being overload!). This is a great example of that juxtaposition. I love it!
Wonderfull design!
Oh jeez – I LOVE this house! It’s kind of space-age, yet the wood makes it very warm and inviting. And the sweeping curves of the inner beams are very classy – although I‘d worry about bumping my head on those in the upper rooms.