Florida modern

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Roberta Gewehr

Project • By OSPA Architecture • Private Houses

Windermere House

Located in Windermere, Florida, near Lake Butler and at the confluence of two canals, this single-family residence was designed to maximize the unique features of the site. The strategic placement positions the main volume at the southern front edge of the lot, freeing up a large patio area and creating a harmonious interface with the pre-existing pool. This configuration not only enhances the outdoor space but also establishes a fluid relationship between the architecture and the surrounding natural landscape. Roberta Gewehr Roberta Gewehr Roberta Gewehr Roberta Gewehr Roberta Gewehr Roberta Gewehr Roberta Gewehr Roberta Gewehr Roberta Gewehr Roberta Gewehr Roberta Gewehr The architec... More

Stefani Fachini

Project • By brillhart architecture • Private Houses

Brillhart House

LIVING IN THE LANDSCAPE: This 1,500 sf house, which draws upon the American glass pavilion typology, Dog Trot, and principles of Florida Modernism, provides a tropical refuge in Downtown Miami. Elevated 5’ off the ground, the house includes 100 feet of uninterrupted glass – 50 feet spanning the length of the front and rear facades, with four sets of sliding glass doors that allow the house to be entirely open when desired. The house includes 800 sf of outdoor living space, with front and back porches and shuttered doors along the front for added privacy and protection against the elements. These details, and the position of the house, which is at the center of a 330-foot long lot, allow the house to meld seamlessly with the site’s dens... More