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Project • By LUCY LAGO architectural studioPrivate Houses

Villa Keri

Villa Keri has an incredible location on Zakynthos Island, being on a hill, every room in the house offers an unforgettable view of the sea. The project is aimed at creating a balance of traditions and modern trends. Therefore, local stone was chosen as the main material, the masonry of which is a unique relief of the facade, modern elements such as large floor-to-ceiling windows and white columns and beams complement and emphasize the architectural forms of the villa. Enframe Studio Enframe Studio Enframe Studio Enframe Studio The structure of the villa is a reinforced concrete frame made of columns and beams, which are covered with natural local stones. We chose this construction technology to create large openings an... More
Floating Villa by Dymitr Malcew
Floating Villa by Dymitr Malcew
Floating Villa by Dymitr Malcew
Floating Villa by Dymitr Malcew
Floating Villa by Dymitr Malcew

Project • By DYMITR MALCEWPrivate Houses

Floating Villa

Luxurious Floating Villa with wellness at its heart. The Floating Villa in Maldives is designed as floating structure in order to minimise the impact on the environment and keep the island’s lush natural landscape intact. Accessible via jetty, and based on modular, lightweight CLT structural system, the villa provides 4 master bedrooms, spa, rooftop wellness hub, zen garden, multiples terrace decks, and living space with open kitchen. Caption The program is broken into two clusters, the main blocks are connected with an outdoor garden opened up towards the sky, channelling internal courtyard, and allowing for a natural ventilation throughout the building.  Caption Thanks to Prefabricated Cross laminated timber co... More

Project • By Studia 54Residential Landscape

Villa Kensho

We are glad to share a new separate world, that we created for our clients from Moscow – welcome to villa Kensho, a place of strength and building mastery. In this project we combined the principles of our unfolding architecture, the aesthetics of Japanese gardens minimalism, and a few elements of American style. Studia 54 Large roof overhangs give the feeling of protection, while a hidden garden became a place of strength. Thoughtful space ergonomics and site fit, enclosed landscaped garden, heavy-duty facade materials, panoramic glazing, hidden storm drainage and smart home system, a harmony between interior and exterior. Studia 54 This is the architecture from Studia 54, that combines the elements of a high standard of... More

Project • By ArchLAB studioPrivate Houses

Meadow House

Modern Meadow House is designed away from the city noise, out of urban area. The architectural challenge was to incorporate new house into an existing natural meadow as much as possible. The natural surroundings of nature inspired home solutions. Single-floor house architecture is close to human and nature scale, developing a connection, private relation between them. The L-shaped house plan separates the patio from the street. All living spaces are facing the yard. Bedrooms planned separately from the guest spaces. Living room, kitchen, dinning room with outdoor terrace is designed with high ceilings. Large windows connect the interior and exterior spaces, what creates a cozy and calm atmosphere for residents and their guests. Much attenti... More

Project • By Western Architectural OpeningsPrivate Houses

In the Round

Architect Gordon Rogers has an incredible knack for creating glass homes that still have incredible warmth and comfort. Lot 99 Painted Sky utilized Western’s Series 600 Multi-Slides and Standard Patio Doors. Gordi wanted clean, narrow sightlines to compliment his custom wood ceilings and arched detail. The finish project is outstanding. More
Western Window Systems’ doors offer the illusion of the home being a house of glass.
An incredible three-panel multi-slide door in the living room provides a seamless transition to the outdoors when open.
Slim profile, clean lines, contemporary styling. They’re all there with Western Window Systems’ multi-slide doors.
The outdoors and indoors become one when these multi-slides are open.

Project • By Western Architectural OpeningsPrivate Houses

Mid-Century Modern in Malibu

Crafted by designer Wayne Chevalier of Studio BracketStudio Bracket, this beautiful home was built for a longtime car enthusiast and his wife with entertaining in mind. Thanks to Series 600 Multi-Slide and Sliding Glass Doorslocated in almost every room of this house, the homeowners are able to extend their living spaces to the beautiful koi pond, backyard or swimming pool with ease. More

Project • By Western Architectural OpeningsPrivate Houses

Casa 8 project

Heralded architect Heather Johnston generated quite the interest when she debuted her Casa 8 project. Utilizing a 90-degree bi-parting Multi-Slide Door, Johnston created a stunning view for the homeowners while also providing indoor-outdoor living even on the second floor. Featured in San Diego Home/Garden Lifestyles, the magazine describes the project as "a piece of poetry," thanks to its use of natural light and ocean views on the north and south sides of the property. More
A stunning array of windows and doors in all shapes and sizes.
A bank of white Western Window Systems windows lends itself nicely to the California style exhibited in the fireplace room.
The dining room seamlessly merges with the back patio thanks to huge doors and giant windows from Western Window Systems.
A parting sliding door lets the cool Bay Area air into the master suite, while a wall of windows gives the home’s residents an enviable view of the Golden Gate Bridge.

Project • By Western Architectural OpeningsPrivate Houses

Modern Mansion

This 14,000-square-foot mansion in Tiburon, California, boasts a studio house, guesthouse, and an overlook of the San Francisco Bay. From Daniel and Chris Lorber of Associated Building Supply and Archillusion Design and Development.The home’s spectacular views -- from the Golden Gate Bridge to the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge – are provided by fixed windows and multi-slide, sliding glass, and pivot doors from Western Window Systems. The mansion also includes a wine cellar, resort-style spa room, and an elevator that travels to each of the home’s three levels. More
This 90-degree multi-slide door opens up an indoor space to the outside without the need for a connecting post.
Seventy-five feet of huge moving panels of glass: Perfect for Hawaii’s lovely climate.

Project • By Western Architectural OpeningsPrivate Houses

Aloha from Oahu

Architect Paul Noborikawa, principal at Noborikawa & Associates in Hawaii, seamlessly blends environment and design in this luxury residence on the island of Oahu. The main attraction of the modern home is a great room that opens to the yard courtesy of 75 feet of Series 600 Multi-Slide Doors from Western Window Systems. Other features include an energy-efficient design, modern materials such as polished concrete floors, granite counters, and storage for kayaks and surfboards. More
These beautiful Western Window Systems windows in the kitchen complement the elegant minimalist style of the home.
Giant parting sliding doors open the indoors to the outside.

Project • By Western Architectural OpeningsPrivate Houses

Santa Fe Style

Contemporary life meets early southwest architecture.Designed by Jon Dick and Archaeo Architects, this single-story Santa Fe home melts into the surrounding landscape with an elegant, minimalist disposition. Su Casa magazine lauded the project as an "earthy house with a contemporary expression that showcases nature, not the house," thanks in part to an elegant glass wall that "frames the sweeping mountain views." This house proves Western's products are adaptable and can be a perfect complement to traditional Southwestern architecture. More
An impressive wall of windows on the second floor complements the contemporary aesthetic of the home.
A giant three-panel multi-slide door offers excellent views of Oklahoma City.

Project • By Western Architectural OpeningsPrivate Houses

Modern in Oklahoma

For this home in the midwest, it's hip to be square.This contemporary masterpiece rests on a cliff with a nice view of Oklahoma City. The polished concrete floors, bright blue stair case, modern furniture, and minimalist style make it one of the more unique homes Western has been a part of. The box shape design literally leaves the upper half of the house hanging over the base of the house. The use of Western's clean, straight lined Series 600 Multi-Slide door systems not only complimented the style of the room interiors, but it also allows this homeowner to open up his entire wall to the beauty of the outdoors. More
A beautiful 90-degree multi-slide door blurs any lines from the interior of the home to the outdoor back patio and pool area.
Western Window Systems’ huge walls of glass help bring this re-imagined ranch home to magnificent new levels.
When closed, this parting sliding door frames lovely views of a wooded area near Fort Worth.
The 90-degree Series 600 Multi-Slide Door is as visually impressive at night as it is during the day.

Project • By Western Architectural OpeningsPrivate Houses

360-Degree Turn

In a feature article for 360 West Magazine, our architect partner Ames Fender said, “I hope visitors come away with the feeling that this is one of the most unique environments in Fort Worth, given the home’s relationship to the backyard.”Fender’s design included our Series 600 Multi-Slide Doors meeting at a 90-degree corner and opening wide to leave unobstructed access to the patio and pool. This beautiful home with its incredible views and access to the lush backyard truly accomplishes the goal the architect was after. More
A blend of contemporary and rustic make for an incredibly appealing mix.
Huge walls of glass allow copious amounts of Southern California natural light into the master bedroom.
A large hinged door and adjacent fixed window from Western Window Systems gives the entry a light, airy vibe.
This easy-to-use pocketing slider connects the indoors with the outside.

Project • By Western Architectural OpeningsPrivate Houses

Warmly Minimal

A top-end transformation with world-class views.Los Angeles-based design-build firm Walker Workshop designed this pleasant modern residence tucked in the hills west of the San Fernando Valley. Moving glass walls throughout the home, including a Series 600 90-Degree Multi-Slide Pocketing Door in the kitchen, blur the lines between the inside and the outdoors and let in sunlight and fresh air.A sliding glass door in the master bedroom is perfectly positioned to enjoy the views. Matching fixed and hinged windows continue the modern theme. And a Series 900 Hinged Door in the front entry keeps the space feeling bright and airy. More
Huge panels of glass let in abundant amounts of Bay Area sunshine.
Seemingly countless floor-to-ceiling windows and an attractive hinged door are some of the highlights of the Sunset Idea House.
Balconies galore give residents and guests ample vantage points from which to gaze upon San Francisco Bay in the distance.
Designers took a softer approach to an ultra-modern interior.

Project • By Western Architectural OpeningsPrivate Houses

Sunset Idea House

Five stories of East Bay vistas.Perched on a steep hillside in California’s East Bay, the 2016 Sunset Idea House is as spectacular as the views of the San Francisco Bay it provides.The five-level, 3,600-square-foot home in the Claremont Hills bordering Berkeley and Oakland takes the concept of indoor-outdoor living to previously unimagined places, with Western Window Systems’ floor-to-ceiling sliding doors leading out to five different decks overlooking Berkeley and the bay beyond it, including two each on the third and fourth floors of the home.In addition to a master bedroom and kids’ bedroom on the third floor, the $2.8 million residence features an art room on the second floor and wine cellar and guest bedroom on the... More
A pivot door creates access from the master suite to a private balcony.
A stunning 90-degree Series 600 Multi-Slide Door opens up the living room to the backyard and brings the pristine San Diego weather inside.
One of several Western Window Systems pivot doors shows off the company’s commitment to a contemporary aesthetic.
Sturdy, reliable hardware on Western Window Systems doors is as easy to operate as it is appealing to the eye.

Project • By Western Architectural OpeningsPrivate Houses

San Diego Sanctuary

Energy efficiency meets contemporary architecture.Architect Jimmy Sullivan’s Hillcrest Hideaway design is a testament to the indoor-outdoor living ideals that so many in Southern California cherish.Situated in the affluent San Diego neighborhood of Hillcrest, the home was specifically designed by the CitiZen Design Studio architect for year-around entertaining and maximum energy efficiency, two reasons Sullivan turned to Western Window Systems for the home’s numerous windows and giant moving walls of glass.“Indoor-outdoor living was really the core driving element of the whole project,” says Sullivan. “The home is a finely choreographed composition of both the interior and exterior spaces and made possible by the large expanses of... More