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Elongated Modern Wooden Dwellings

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

Smitharc Architects Design a Cozy and Warm Family Home in Durham

— November 7, 2018 — Art & Design
This marvelously sleek and cozy wooden dwelling is located in Durham — a town in the northern part of North Carolina. For the exterior of the home, US design firm Smitharc Architects used cypress to connect the elongated structure to the surrounding environment. The facade is elegantly broken up by black-bordered windows which add a nice contemporary element to the wooden dwelling.

The house is curiously bent, forming an almost L-shaped-like layout. Thanks to the stretched design, the home boasts a spacious interior that is adorned with contemporary hits throughout. Smitharc Architects' clients are a large family, hence the dynamic space is of importance. Moreover, the elongated silhouette of the wooden dwelling "captures expansive views" as well which ultimately adds to the charm of the house.

Photo Credits: Keith Isaacs
Trend Themes
1. Sleek Wooden Dwellings - Opportunity for design firms to create modern and cozy homes using sustainable and durable materials.
2. Contemporary Architectural Elements - Chance for architects to incorporate black-bordered windows and other contemporary features in traditional or rustic designs.
3. Expanded Interior Spaces - Potential to maximize interior space by utilizing elongated and L-shaped-like layouts in residential and commercial structures.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture and Design - Smitharc Architects showcases innovative and elegant design approaches for residential architecture using wood as the primary material.
2. Construction and Real Estate - Opportunity for construction companies and real estate developers to offer unique and modern wooden dwellings to potential buyers and homeowners.
3. Interior Design - Space optimization and contemporary elements in elongated structures present new opportunities for interior designers to create functional and stylish living spaces.
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