DARchitecture has reimagined this spectacular indoor-outdoor house with a Mediterranean vibe, located on the Carmel Coast in Haifa, Israel. The original house was a single story constructed in the early 80s and was covered in dense and wild vegetation.
When the architects were commissioned for the project, they found that the surrounding vegetation and nature should be part of the home design. The team completely demolished the dwelling, with the exception of the structural pillars and the roof. The exterior facade and interior living spaces were completely reimagined.
The new layout divides the home into three levels, placing emphasis on the separation of public and private living spaces. This design configuration also takes into consideration the moderate slope of the site. In the middle level is where you will find the entrance of the home. This level connects the other parts of the home, providing a gradual buffer between the public and private zones.
The concrete roof is a remnant that remains from the original house and was sloping due to the tiled roof that was above. It is now hidden by a painted tin wind box to provide this 2,690 square foot house with character and a contemporary aesthetic. The whole house is covered with bricks from the dismantling of a house that burned down in Belgium and was shipped to Israel.
Among the inspirations for the design of the house was a visit to Africa that influenced the planners and led to the decision, to honor the raw materials and simplicity as core elements of the design and also proximity to the beach and the salt in the air from the ocean much affected.
Throughout this dwelling you will find a combination of contrasts, mixing styles, creating drama by using light and shadow, and introducing nature and greenery into the home.
Above: A skylight opens over the kitchen and illuminates the space.
Above: The home office features restored barn doors from the original house.
What We Love: This house on the Israel coast provides its occupants with a completely refreshed design with a nod to the past. Large windows help to provide a wonderful indoor-outdoor connection, inviting the beauty of nature inside. Beautiful design elements can be found throughout this home, creating a warm and welcoming feel that will be enjoyed by this family for years to come.
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Above: Large window openings throughout the house open toward the gardens, helping to frame the natural surroundings and inserting them into the house.
The selection of locally sourced natural stone, exposed concrete, and various types of wood blends in with the furniture items and objects collected both in the dismantling of the house and in various markets around the world.
Above: Wooden louvers filter natural light into the bedroom while providing privacy from the street.
Above: Bamboo sticks on top of the pergola change the shadow effects throughout the day.
PHOTOGRAPHER Shai Epstein
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