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photographed by cristóbal palma, the building is clad with dark timber boards that enclose a series of private spaces and direct views towards the crashing waves.
the main feature of the design is the huge kitchen, dining and living space that opens out to the pool and the horizon beyond.
the house consists of three separate brick volumes set above a continuous living space on the ground floor.
the renovation preserves the original masonry façade but carves out a new world inside, one which prioritizes light, space and openness.
I agree, gorgeous concept, but what about the dangers of earthquakes and the riverway breaching the banks? Bravo for the bravery of Shanghai and the architects who worked diligently to make an unusual world class living establishment!
Fantastic concept. Bordering on overkill. I do hope that sufficient note has been made of
The future water levels and drainage if they rise. Also if the water is only fed by rainfall
There is a big danger of mosquito swarms and bacteria levels.
‘An excellent use of a resource that would be abandoned and typically placed off-limits. Great idea.
Jimmy