Photos: © Bill Timmerman
SULLIVAN HOUSE
Michael P.Johnson
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he highlight of this residence is that it is a bridge that unites the two
sides of a ravine. Sullivan House was converted into an architectural
project in which the structure is the building itself. The large, laminated,
wooden beams give prominence to the house and dramatize the ravine they
cross, as well as defining the design of the refuge. All of the rooms of this
2,600-square-foot building are located among these beams. The visual
impact of the structure, as much in the exterior as in the interior, transcends
the rational and the person living here is constantly aware that this dwelling
is a bridge house.
The windows, which run along one of the side walls, further enhance the
structural openness and clarity. These windows also give excellent,
panoramic views of the scenery and flood the house with natural light all day
long. In spite of its originality this house succeeds in achieving an ideal and
serene space for relaxation, satisfying all of the needs of a comfortable
residence that can also serve as a personal retreat.
The structure, both inside and outside, is covered in wood, which
combines well with the steel window frames, the white seiling, and the black
kitchen. The different rooms of this single-floor house are laid out and
designed in one continuous space under the auspices of the loft concept.
The kitchen extends from one of the side walls and stretches toward the
other end without creating a barrier. Its L-shaped structure allows practical
use of the space, and an island has been positioned in the center with
cooktops and a piece of marble serving as a raised table. The metal chimney
is located nearby in a small space with black marble floor tiles. Following on
from this, the bedroom is positioned directly in the center of the structure,
coinciding with the far end of the house.
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