Mediterranean Black Home Design Photos
Atelier Lawrence CheungThe definitive idea behind this project was to create a modest country house that was traditional in outward appearance yet minimalist from within. The harmonious scale, thick wall massing and the attention to architectural detail are reminiscent of the enduring quality and beauty of European homes built long ago.
It features a custom-built Spanish Colonial- inspired house that is characterized by an L-plan, low-pitched mission clay tile roofs, exposed wood rafter tails, broad expanses of thick white-washed stucco walls with recessed-in French patio doors and casement windows; and surrounded by native California oaks, boxwood hedges, French lavender, Mexican bush sage, and rosemary that are often found in Mediterranean landscapes.
An emphasis was placed on visually experiencing the weight of the exposed ceiling timbers and the thick wall massing between the light, airy spaces. A simple and elegant material palette, which consists of white plastered walls, timber beams, wide plank white oak floors, and pale travertine used for wash basins and bath tile flooring, was chosen to articulate the fine balance between clean, simple lines and Old World touches.
Eileen Gordon DesignAn imposing heritage oak and fountain frame a strong central axis leading from the motor court to the front door, through a grand stair hall into the public spaces of this Italianate home designed for entertaining, out to the gardens and finally terminating at the pool and semi-circular columned cabana. Gracious terraces and formal interiors characterize this stately home.
Jon Eric Christner ARCHITECT INC.Garden Entry -
General Contractor: Forte Estate Homes
photo by Aidin Foster
Interior ArtCigar Room, Wall Glazing/Faux Finishes
Las Vegas, NV
Interior Designer, Adel Forsythe
Our clients wanted a room in their newly built home dedicated for playing pool, drinking cognac & smoking cigars. They designed this room specifically for this, installing a high quality ventilation system to draft the tobacco smoke to the outside. When the designer asked what we suggested for finishes in this area - a vision of rich tobacco leaves and aged cognac came to mind. This multi-layered finish for the walls and ceilings created the backdrop to their art, sophisticated and heavy man-furniture and the large billiard table. The natural hide lantern above the table added a well-lit ambience for the elegantly designed built-in humidor. We completed the finishes with clear coats using high-gloss varnishes in order to seal the walls to prevent lingering odors of tobacco smoke from the cigars. The effect of the high sheen on the walls & ceilings was stunning; the shine added depth and life to the rich wall glazing.
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Carved Stone Creations, Inc.This is an amazing hand carved single bowl fountain serving as a piece of a linear array of fountains in this beautiful courtyard.
Carved Stone Creations, Inc. 866-759-1920
Urban Oasis Landscape DesignThe fire pit is the focal point of this outdoor seating area. It creates an intimate place to gather in the cool California evenings. The circular shape of the stone bench continues into the flower beds and encircles the fire pit creating a cozy area surrounded by the fragrance of the plants and herbs.
Mediterranean Black Home Design Photos
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