Projects

South Point Residence III, Berlin, MD, 2014

Project

This home was designed to replace a home that was destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. The program called for an affordable, simple, peaceful home that was open to the waterviews around it but also strong, efficient, and durable. The solution is long rectilinear layout running due north-south allowing for ample windows along the south side to bring in winter sun and warmth and a relatively closed north side to ward off storms. Carefully dimensioned overhangs keep the sun out in the summer. The roof forms are a blend of the far-east and local vernacular.

This photo, taken on a late afternoon in October, shows the lowering sun angle coming through the windows. In July the windows are in full shade. The grounds will eventually contain extensive gardens.
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This photo, taken on a late afternoon in October, shows the lowering sun angle coming through the windows. In July the windows are in full shade. The grounds will eventually contain extensive gardens.
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The entry is a welcoming alcove
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The main living spaces are open to one another, but well defined through techniques such as the freestanding fireplace and recessed ceiling areas.
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The main living spaces are open to one another, but well defined through techniques such as the freestanding fireplace and recessed ceiling areas.
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Looking from the L.R. towards the D.R. and Kitchen
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This photo, taken on a late afternoon in October, shows the lowering sun angle coming through the windows. In July the windows are in full shade. The grounds will eventually contain extensive gardens.