How does the structure optimize natural light? Does it provide unobstructed views? Are windows a medium to bridge the gap between the indoors and surrounding landscape? Any critical dialogue on residential architecture always mentions how the openings are designed to maximise comfort and views. This is where minimal frames shine through – by enabling large glazed windows with minimal (slender) profiles.
Unlike traditional casement systems, glass becomes the primary component that is self-supporting and seamless. These windows blur the line between the interior spaces and the exterior, thus enhancing relations with the surrounding environment.
Minimal frames are sleek, timeless, and made to embrace natural light, allowing their application in almost every private residence. With custom-made configurations, shapes and profiles, minimal frames combine aesthetic simplicity, transparency and luxury. The following list comprises a collection of 10 such minimal frames which display sheer elegance and functionalism.
The BlackCliff House is situated on Canada’s west coast, perched on a granite rock rising 40 meters above the shoreline below. This location is a geographical “half-way” point for a dispersed family...
The generous glazing creates the feeling of living not only with but in nature. The support-free and openable corner glazing gives the building a unique lightness. All rooms impress with lots of light...
Light and horizon play together within the design of this home located on the mediterranean shore. The shining sun, a long wire thin line, and the blue of the sea serve as everlasting starting points that guide the ar...
The house is built at the highest point of Nikiana, in the east side of Lefkada island on top of a green hill enjoying panoramic views over the nearby islands. The project by Revergo Architecture involved the design o...
Renovation and expansion of a semi-detached house in Caramão neighbourhood, Lisbon. The highlight is drawn to the extension at the back, made possible by moving forward the rear façade into the i...
Los Angeles, CA—Architects Annie Barrett (of aanda) and Hye-Young Chung (of HYCArch) have completely transformed an existing Spanish-style house in Los Angeles for a couple anticipating semi-retirement, and the...
In Villa 22º, water serves as the connecting element. Not only did water play a unifying role in the construction process when pouring concrete, it also has a defining function in the way in which the villa is ex...
In the Rocky Mountains of North America near Park City, Utah the views are as world class as its skiing. The natural landscape is beautifully rugged and harsh with a climate to match. While it supplies limitless...
Villa Roces is integrated in an oblong terrain of about 70m long and 30m wide, situated in the forest surroundings of Bruges. The concept consists of a 50 m long and a 4.20 m high wooden wall flanking 6 m wide glass...
