Michael Hennessey Architecture designed the 'Laidley Street Residence,' a contemporary home located in the Glen Park neighborhood of San Francisco, California.
The architects endeavored to create a naturally-lit space that offers views of the nearby park and fosters a healthy relationship with the split-level road it is built behind.
The home is accessed through a pivot door that opens to a set of walnut stairs. Visitors ascend the stairs to reach the home's main level. They are greeted with a wall-length cabinetry unit made from oak wood. The purpose of the cabinet-wall, besides storage, is to unify separate spaces within the home, ensuring that the home is harmonious, cohesive and whole in its design. The cabinets are offset by large floor-to-ceiling walls, which break up the continuity and offer access to light and views of San Francisco.
Harmonious Downtown Abodes
The Laidley Street Residence Features a Wall-Length Cabinet
Trend Themes
1. Naturally-lit Spaces - Creating homes that maximize natural light and provide a connection to the outdoors.
2. Integrated Storage Solutions - Designing wall-length cabinetry units to unify separate spaces within a home.
3. Floor-to-ceiling Walls - Using large walls to create visual interest and provide access to light and views.
Industry Implications
1. Residential Architecture - Incorporating innovative design elements to create harmonious and functional living spaces.
2. Furniture Manufacturing - Producing customized wall-length cabinetry units for integrated storage solutions.
3. Interior Design - Creating visually striking elements, such as floor-to-ceiling walls, to enhance spaces and maximize natural light.