Architectural styles give a home character, but with time, homeowner tastes can change. Fortunately, it’s possible to change the style of your home’s exterior.
The latest project from the architectural design firm Studio RAP utilises its own bespoke, custom-built 3D printing technology to transform a boutique facade on Amsterdam’s P.C. Hooftstraat. According to Studio RAP, The Ceramic House reshapes architectural expression by seamlessly blending tradition and innovation, reintroducing bespoke details to...
Project name
Ceramic House
Architecture firm
Studio RAP
Location
P.C. Hooftstraat, Amsterdam, Netherlands
Photography
Studio RAP / Riccardo De Vecchi
Principal architect
Wessel van Beerendonk & Lucas ter Hall, Team Studio RAP
Collaborators
Royal Tichelaar
Interior design
Gietermans & Van Dijk
Supervision
Wessels Zeist (VolkerWessels)
Tools used
Rhino, Grasshopper
Construction
Wessels Zeist (VolkerWessels), Royal Tichelaar
Material
Bespoke Ceramics, 3d ceramic printed panels.
Client
Warenar Real Estate
In the realm of architectural design, modernism has left an enduring legacy, defined by its unwavering pursuit of simplicity, functionality, and a harmonious interplay between form and materials. Minimalism, a key tenet of modernist thought, further distills this aesthetic, advocating for a profound reduction of elements to their essential core.
Written by
Lisa Thompkins
Revamping your home's exterior design opens the door to a world of exciting possibilities. Whether you want to sell your home soon or just want to make it more unique, this brief guide will uncover some innovative features that can transform your property’s exterior, making it more attractive, functional, and uniquely yours.
Located on Esmoriz, this project is a contemporary reinterpretation of the fishermen’s house called “Palheiro”, wich emerged in the early 19th century as a response to the need the inhabit the beach. These vernacular architectures have marked the landscape of the Portuguese coastline over the years.
Architecture firm
Pedro Henrique Arquiteto
Location
Esmoriz, Portugal
Photography
Ivo Tavares Studio
Principal architect
Pedro Henrique
Collaborators
João Silva, Filipe Almeida
Interior design
Ana Guedes
Civil engineer
Célia Resende
Material
Concrete, Steel, Glass
Typology
Residential › House
When it comes to the exterior design of your home, you want to make sure that you choose something that is going to be both aesthetically pleasing and practical. You don't want to have to worry about maintenance issues or repairs every time it rains! In this blog post, we will discuss some tips on how to get an excellent home exterior design.
Photography
Max Vakhtbovych
The exterior of your house is a great way to express your personal style and taste. There are many ways you can make your exterior design stand out. Whether you're going for a modern look or a more classic feel, your design should reflect who you are as a person.
Photography
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