The Brillhart House in downtown Miami is a stunning residence built by Jacob and Melissa Brillhart of Brillhart Architects that boasts Tropical Modernism influences and that was hand-built by the two of them. The Brillhart house features a lot of glass, including that of the 50 feet spanning both the front and rear facades.
The Brillhart house largely employs steel and glass in a region where concrete is the most common material used for housing. The home makes great use of shutters, which offer privacy and protection from the elements, create mesmerizing patterned lines when the sun is shining through the house.
The Brillhart House can be seen as an extreme example of the DIY shift. While most people don't have architectural training, the home provides an example of how prospective homeowners are interested in a space that reflects their creativity and personal histories.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Tropical Modernism Influences
- Explore the integration of tropical modernism influences in architectural design to create unique and visually striking residences.
- DIY Shift in Homebuilding
- Discover the growing trend of homeowners taking on DIY projects to create personalized spaces that reflect their creativity and personal histories.
- Use of Shutters for Privacy and Aesthetic Appeal
- Embrace the innovative use of shutters in residential architecture to provide privacy, protection from the elements, and create mesmerizing patterned lines when sunlight passes through.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Architecture
- Explore how the architecture industry can leverage tropical modernism influences and the DIY trend to offer more personalized and visually striking housing solutions.
- Construction
- Identify opportunities in the construction industry to cater to the increasing demand for unique and personalized homes through DIY projects.
- Home Decor and Furnishing
- Tap into the market for innovative shutters and window treatments that provide both privacy and aesthetic appeal in residential architecture.
