The Haffenden House Features a Quirky Facade of Clustered Fenestration
Amelia Roblin — February 27, 2014 — Art & Design
References: para-project.org & mocoloco
There certainly is not a specific universal strategy for applying fenestration to architecture, yet the Haffenden House undoubtedly appears to break some unofficial guidelines. You're probably accustomed to seeing windows that align along vertical or horizontal axes, and often taking complementary proportions. What you'll observe with this project, however, is a more disorderly arrangement of rectangular panes that cram tightly together on the residence's front facade.
The outcome of PARA-Project's design is unexpected and rather alien, yet the visual effect fosters delight. Practically speaking, it bring a great amount of light into the Haffenden House, and symbolically, it seems to reference the cluttered bookshelves that appear everywhere in the interior of this domestic library in New York.
The outcome of PARA-Project's design is unexpected and rather alien, yet the visual effect fosters delight. Practically speaking, it bring a great amount of light into the Haffenden House, and symbolically, it seems to reference the cluttered bookshelves that appear everywhere in the interior of this domestic library in New York.
Trend Themes
1. Disorderly Arrangement - Exploring non-traditional arrangements of windows in architecture to create unique visual effects.
2. Clustering Fenestration - Utilizing densely packed rectangular panes to bring in more natural light and create a distinctive facade.
3. Unconventional Design - Breaking unofficial guidelines of window placement to create unexpected and visually captivating architectural compositions.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture - Innovative window arrangements present opportunities for architects to push boundaries and create eye-catching designs.
2. Interior Design - The reference to cluttered bookshelves inspires interior designers to explore unconventional elements that evoke a sense of nostalgia and creativity.
3. Lighting Fixtures - Experimenting with unique window configurations opens up possibilities for creating specialized lighting fixtures that enhance interior spaces.
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