Fans of Oakland's own Golden State Warriors probably feel like they're flying in the sky right now, but the residents of Skyline House don't need to vicariously follow the annoyingly invincible basketball squad. That's because the Oakland, California, home has a patio that extends off the edge of the hillside on which the home sits, and it uses glass railings to appear as though it extends freely into open air.
Skyline House's patio certainly isn't for those with a fear of heights. Though it's caged in by glass, its wood deck nonetheless might bring about some queasiness from the perceived height (similar to the queasiness that one feels when they think about how smug Warriors fans will be if their team wins the NBA Finals.)
What's Driving This Trend
- Extended Patios
- Incorporating patios that appear to extend freely into open air using glass railings.
- Fear-inducing Architecture
- Designing buildings and homes with high-view decks and glass railings that evoke apprehension from the visual experience.
- Architectural Illusions
- Creating architectural designs that trick the eye by using glass, mirrors, and other materials to create a sense of spatial depth and illusion.
Who This Affects Most
- Architecture
- Architects can incorporate glass railings in various designs of their buildings to create the illusion of more space.
- Real Estate
- Real estate agents can market homes that feature high-view decks and glass railings to clients who enjoy a stunning view of their surroundings.
- Tourism
- Cities can create observation decks and viewing platforms using glass railings to provide tourists with an immersive and unique experience of the cityscape and aerial views.
