Located in Singapore, the 'Tangga House' by Guz Architects takes your average courtyard and turns it into the main focus of the home. The plants doesn't stop at the courtyard, either -- they expand onto the roof as well.
Another feature to look for in the 'Tangga House' by Guz Architects is the glass pool that wraps itself around two sides of the home. Modern and contemporary, this home allows air to pass through its open space.
What's Driving This Trend
- Courtyard-centric Design
- Design homes with courtyards as the main focus, creating a space for relaxation and connection with nature.
- Integration of Living Vegetation
- Incorporate plant life throughout the house, including on roofs, walls, and in courtyards, for a more sustainable and eco-friendly living experience.
- Glass-walled Pools
- Introduce innovative pool designs that bring the living environment closer to water features and the outdoors.
Who This Affects Most
- Architecture
- Architects may embrace courtyard-centric designs to deliver visually stunning and nature-conscious structures.
- Construction
- Construction firms can capitalize on the growing interest in integrating vegetation and natural elements into building designs.
- Pool and Spa
- Pool designers may take inspiration from the glass-walled pool in Tangga House to create innovative water feature designs that merge indoor and outdoor spaces.
