Smerin Architects have designed the 'Red Bridge House,' a property located on the outskirts of Ashdown Forest in East Sussex, England.
The family home is comprised of three generous levels, around which an ample terrace is wrapped. The terrace is partially covered, ensuring that weather is not an impediment to enjoying the forest views. The exterior of the home complements the uncomplicated, straightforward agriculture buildings that surround it.
Though the house is very minimalist -- it features a pared down color palette, natural materials and generally low-key aesthetic -- there is still an element of luxury present. For example, the house features a beautiful indoor swimming pool, proving that you can balance simplicity and extravagance within a single dwelling.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Minimalist Luxury Homes
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create minimalist luxury homes that combine simplicity and extravagance.
- Indoor/outdoor Living
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design homes with ample outdoor spaces that can be enjoyed in all weather conditions.
- Integration of Natural Materials
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate natural materials into architectural designs to create a closer connection to nature.
Where This Applies
- Architecture and Design
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Apply minimalist principles and use of natural materials in architectural designs.
- Real Estate and Housing
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop properties that offer a seamless integration of indoor and outdoor living spaces.
- Luxury Home Construction
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create high-end homes that offer luxurious amenities while maintaining a minimalist aesthetic.
