A unique residence in the desert valley of Las Vegas. скачать в хорошем качестве

A unique residence in the desert valley of Las Vegas.

Commissioned for a family embracing an active lifestyle of immersive environmental experiences, the firm was tasked with creating a home that would be contemporary and warm, yet seamlessly blended into the rugged beauty of its natural surroundings. In addition to an interior program that included a primary suite, a secondary suite, three additional bedrooms, and a large communal living and dining space, the 15-month build prioritized an external focus that includes an entry rotunda, a shaded courtyard, and a view frame overlooking the surrounding landscape. Fort 137’s entry rotunda characterizes the firm’s experiential approach, with a modern interpretation paying homage to the old fort structures of early settlements that once dotted the desert landscape of the Las Vegas Valley. The rotunda, rising 28 feet, serves as a transition between the external desert heat and the cooler interior, with a conical shape that contrasts with the straight lines of the living spaces. Upon entering the rotunda, the sound of running water from the lower level’s stone fountain transitions mindsets from the arid desert heat to one of a cooling desert mirage, and a winding staircase provides access to a rooftop lounge outfitted with a firepit and expansive desert views. • Project Name: Fort 137 Residence • Location: LAS VEGAS, UNITED STATES • Architects: Daniel Joseph Chenin • Year: 2023 • Photographs: Stetson Ybarra, Daniel Joseph Chenin, Stephen Morgan