'AZ House', a family home on Lebanon's Mediterranean coast, has a rich collection of inspirations. The cubic, concrete home has carved out slats that are designed to look like the notches in a Chinese puzzle box, and, taken as a whole, the building's facades are all similar in appearance to a Mondrian painting.
From the exterior, one would be excused for thinking that the home is inwardly focused. It's monolithic, concrete cubism doesn't immediately suggest that it also offers up a panorama. However, the slats carved into the building are expressly designed to give the best view possible of the sea visible to the south. Further, the home's ground floor is entirely open, with a glass wall surrounding it 270 degrees to give a wide vista.
Carved Cubic Concrete Homes
'AZ House' is Inspired by Chinese Puzzle Boxes
Trend Themes
1. Cubic Architecture - Developing homes and buildings with carved cubic designs inspired by puzzle boxes and art movements like Mondrian, creating a unique and visually appealing aesthetic.
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3. Panoramic Views - Constructing homes and commercial buildings with 270-degree and 360-degree scenic views to bring in the natural environment and enhance the inhabitants' experiences.
Industry Implications
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