Architectural firm Reddymade collaborated with Ai Weiwei, a contemporary artist, to design a geometric extension to a home in upstate New York. Since it was an extension to a pre-existing structure, its shape had to complement the rest of the home. To do so, the pair decided on a hexagonal structure.
The six-sided extension extends above a green hilly lawn. This design feature adds a contemporary flair to the house's farmhouse style and rustic setting. Combining the modern with the traditional, the team created a collaborative balance between their shared love for poetry and visual art. On the inside, the extension connects to a glass corridor. In addition, the hexagonal extension boasts a spotless white metal exterior.
Image Credit: Reddymade / Ai Weiwei
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Geometric Extensions
- Architects are exploring shapes beyond the usual rectangles and cylinders, paving the way for innovative design possibilities.
- Combining Traditional and Contemporary
- Blending the old with the new is becoming an exciting driver of modern interior design and architecture.
- Art and Architecture Collaborations
- Partnerships between artists and architects are creating unique designs that merge the worlds of fine arts and architecture.
Sectors Adopting This
- Architecture
- Architects have an opportunity to explore creative shapes and collaborate with artists to create unique designs.
- Construction
- Builders have an opportunity to work with architects and artists to bring unique designs to life and offer customers something novel.
- Fine Arts
- Fine arts professionals can explore opportunities to collaborate with architects and bring their creations into the functional world.
