The elongated house structure that borrows motifs from the American shotgun house -- "a type of long and narrow residence," offers two separate homes that are perfect for sizable families. The all-black structure is located in Los Maitenes, Chile. It is constructed by architect Alejandro Soffia and it features a tonal gabled roof, as well as a dark timber exterior.
The intensity and dominance, found in the black color, is a loud juxtaposition to the surrounding natural landscape. However, the choice of symmetry, geometric motifs and monochromatic exterior create a rather modern vibe to Alejandro Soffia's creation.
The two separate homes are unified by the architectural framework through a wooden narrow outdoor deck that "runs along one of the building's long sides."
Photo Credits: Juan Durán Sierralta
What's Driving This Trend
- Elongated Residencies
- Architectural design of elongated, narrow houses that offer multiple living spaces for sizable families, in a modern style.
- All-black Exterior
- Use of monochromatic dark timber exterior that offers a modern visual statement and strong contrast with surrounding natural landscapes.
- Indoor-outdoor Unification
- Connecting separate living spaces through a wooden narrow outdoor deck, providing an aesthetically appealing framework and functional space for outdoor gatherings.
Who This Affects Most
- Real Estate
- Offering innovative architectural design and functional living space that can capture sizable family markets who are interested in a distinctive, modern living experience.
- Home Building Materials
- Supplying monochromatic, dark timber materials for exterior use in architectural design, to achieve distinctive, modern visual statements.
- Outdoor Furniture Design
- Incorporating functional and elegant furniture for outdoor living spaces, harmonizing with the overall architectural framework of existing modern residences.
