Architecture studio Hyde + Hyde takes on a new project to refurnish a 19th-century home in Oxford that highlights gothic themes. It takes on a new ornamental style that features an extension designed with decorative metal tiles. The name of the house is the Quatrefoil House, which nods to the decorative tiles that create a quatrefoil emblem.
Hyde + Hyde speaks about the design and inspiration that lies behind it, noting that the home was "Inspired by the Gothic revival style and language of the existing 1870s townhouse, the new contemporary intervention is an exploration and celebration of ornament. The new addition communicates built meaning visually through a series of regulating lines and proportional relationships, expressed in steel channels and framed brick facades."
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What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Gothic Revival Architecture
- Opportunity for architects and designers to embrace an ornamental and historical aesthetic.
- Decorative Metal Tile Design
- Opportunity for building materials and decor companies to innovate in ornamental and durable metal tiles.
- Combining Historical Design with Contemporary Style
- Opportunity for designers to incorporate historical design elements into modern architecture and interior design.
Sectors Adopting This
- Architecture and Design
- Hyde + Hyde showcases how architecture can embrace historical and ornamental aesthetics while incorporating modern materials and techniques.
- Building Materials
- Companies can innovate in the design and production of decorative metal tiles that offer both functionality and aesthetic value in architecture and decor.
- Interior Design
- The Quatrefoil House project offers inspiration for designers to incorporate gothic themes and ornamental design elements in contemporary interior design.
