House DE by Davidclovers

House DE by Davidclovers

Hong Kong studio Davidclovers have covered the interior of this house in aluminium strips to create patterns of light and shadow that change throughout the day.

House DE by Davidclovers

Situated at Clearwater Bay in Hong Kong and called House DE, the design merged two existing homes into one,  joined by three staircases.

House DE by Davidclovers

The undulating fins admit natural light through the ceiling during the daytime while emitting artificial illumination at night.

House DE by Davidclovers

Photographs are by Almond Chu.

House DE by Davidclovers

Here’s more from the architects:


Davidclover

House DE is an “infill” townhouse, spectacularly sited on a hillside above Clearwater Bay, Hong Kong.

House DE by Davidclovers

Combining two existing units into one, the design uses the volumes of three staircases to blend, burrow and interlock spaces vertically across four floors.

House DE by Davidclovers

Each “interaction” is materially monolithic, using stone, wood and a series of delicate aluminum fins.

House DE by Davidclovers

Defined by these fins, the texture and form of the lantern-volume subtly changes shape and depth, casting shadow and emitting light in different ways throughout the day.

House DE by Davidclovers

Each stair-volume pries open the house vertically and horizontally, pulling in daylight and emitting artificial light.

House DE by Davidclovers

Thickening the existing building enclosure and stretching it across the front and rear, the bedrooms and new master suite on the upper floors are protected from the elements, yet opens up to views of the natural surroundings.

House DE by Davidclovers

Towards the South, the facade thickens and torques, providing shade for bedrooms and balconies; while on the North, the facade transforms into a garden trellis for an outdoor dining terrace.

House DE by Davidclovers

House DE by Davidclovers

House DE by Davidclovers

House DE by Davidclovers

House DE by Davidclovers

House DE by Davidclovers

House DE by Davidclovers

House DE by Davidclovers

House DE by Davidclovers


See also:

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Barker Residence by
Davidclovers
Yud Yud by Davidclovers
and C.E.B. Reas
House in Fukuyama by
Suppose Design Office

Barker Residence by Davidclovers

Barker Residence by Davidclovers

This staircase curls between two floors of an apartment designed by Hong Kong studio Davidclovers.

Called Barker Residence, the home commands a view over Hong Kong’s Victoria Harbour.

Barker Residence by Davidclovers

Twisting and sloping walls join together storage, entertainment systems and a fireplace, with the floor and lower part of the walls finished in wood.

Barker Residence by Davidclovers

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Barker Residence by Davidclovers

Here’s some more information from the architects:


BARKER RESIDENCE (2010) by davidclovers

At eye-level with the top of IFC, the tallest building in Hong Kong, the Barker Residence holds stunning views of Victoria Harbor.

Barker Residence by Davidclovers

The project is the first of a series of projects designed by davidclovers for a developer of residential properties in Hong Kong.

Barker Residence by Davidclovers

The basic approach is to hone in on the most potent areas of the existing layout, and enhance them.

Barker Residence by Davidclovers

At Barker Residence, davidclovers reworks the unit horizontally and vertically using a series of subtly inflected walls and artificially-lit ceilings to bend space around corners and through floors.

Barker Residence by Davidclovers

The design thoughtfully subdues the palatial scale of the flat while delicately intensifying its hidden potentials.

Barker Residence by Davidclovers

The existing vestibule is broken open to the full panorama of the skyscrapers along the “fragrant harbor”, gently combining the living area and entry. Subtly twisting walls organize various elements such as cabinetry, fireplace, desk and TV.

Barker Residence by Davidclovers

A stair unfurls to interlock the lower and upper levels. It is washed in an effervescent glow from a custom-designed chandelier above. Previously cave-like bathrooms are thrust into spaces capturing views.

Barker Residence by Davidclovers

The kitchen, bar and dining areas are cracked open and lit above by textured glowing ceilings.

Barker Residence by Davidclovers

Design: davidclovers
Design Team: David Erdman, Clover Lee, Mui Fuk Man, Jason Dembski, Damien Hannigan, Katrina Lee, Spencer Mak
CLIENT: Ample Source Holdings Ltd.
LOCATION: The Peak, Hong Kong
TYPE: 4000 sf townhouse renovation

Barker Residence by Davidclovers


See also:

.

Yud Yud by Davidclovers
and C.E.B. Reas
Staircase by Caruso St John
and Jean-Francois Bodin
Staircase by
Manuel Maia Gomes

Yud Yud by Davidclovers and C.E.B. Reas

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