American design studio Boyd Architects completes the Summerville House which is located in Summerville, South Carolina. The home is defined by its seam metal and pine boards, topped by a vernacular hip roof. The studio speaks to Dezeen about the thoughts behind the design, stating" This inspiration for the project was the hipped roofs of the Lowcountry, which are both familiar and abundant in this area. The silhouette created by the asymmetrical roofs in this project animates the otherwise unremarkable street."
It is nestled in the city's historic district with a focus on the rectangular pool at the middle of the structure, integrated with a hot tub. The home is comprised of three single-story buildings that appear to be made up of four volumes. The main section is an L-shaped home and it splits into two roof forms.
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What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Monolithic Metal-formed Homes
- Future architectural designs may be inspired by unconventional materials and forms, such as seam metal and pine boards.
- Seam Metal and Pine Boards
- The combination of seam metal and pine boards could redefine the aesthetics of residential structures with a focus on sustainability.
- Lowcountry-inspired Design
- Incorporating elements from the Lowcountry's hipped roofs could spark a trend in architecture that pays homage to regional heritage.
Sectors Adopting This
- Architecture and Design
- The architecture and design industry may see a shift towards more experimental and regionally inspired construction techniques.
- Construction Materials
- The use of unconventional materials like seam metal and pine boards may open up new possibilities for the construction materials industry.
- Residential Real Estate
- Homebuyers and developers could embrace Lowcountry-inspired design elements in residential real estate projects, shaping future housing trends.
