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Angular Privacy-Focused Metal Residences

Apollo Architects & Associates Create a Striking Shape

— January 10, 2019 — Art & Design
This metal residence by Apollo Architects & Associates definitely provides this neighborhood near Tokyo with a progressive design aesthetic. The 'Cover House' boasts an angular silhouette that is made to satisfy two primary functions. Firstly, the architects wanted to facilitate a home with a privacy-oriented atmosphere. As a result, the first floor is completely closed off from the street. Secondly, Apollo Architects & Associates wanted to optimize the light influx through a sizeable opening on the slanted roof. This feature is strategically placed to compensate the privation of windows on the main floor. The gap between the opening and the actual interior of the home is transformed into a courtyard, adding a natural aspect to the design.

The metal residence is clad in grey Galvalume, giving it a contemporary industrial aesthetic.

Photo Credits: Masao Nishikawa
Trend Themes
1. Privacy-oriented Design - Disruptive innovation opportunities can be found in creating architectural designs that prioritize privacy while still incorporating natural elements.
2. Optimized Light Influx - Disruptive innovation opportunities exist in developing building designs that creatively maximize natural light entry through strategic openings and placements.
3. Contemporary Industrial Aesthetic - Disruptive innovation opportunities lie in designing residential and commercial spaces that combine modern industrial aesthetics with functionality and comfort.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture - The architecture industry can explore disruptive innovation opportunities in developing housing designs that prioritize privacy and optimize natural light entry.
2. Construction - Disruptive innovation opportunities can be explored in construction by creating innovative building solutions that incorporate privacy-oriented design elements and optimized light influx.
3. Interior Design - The interior design industry can capitalize on disruptive innovation opportunities by creating spaces that combine contemporary industrial aesthetics with comfort and functionality.
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