A striking modern Scandinavian inspired home in South Carolina: Glas Haus

Exterior view of a modern brick and wood home with two-story glass windows and desert landscaping

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MHK Architecture, in collaboration with CarsonSpeer Builders, has custom-crafted Glas Haus, named for its striking glass front façade, in Greenville, Upstate South Carolina. Encompassing 3,206 square feet of living space, it features Swiss-inspired aesthetics and contemporary design. Clean lines, expansive glass, and natural materials create a seamless connection to the outdoors.

By blending Scandinavian influences with modern finishes, the Glas Haus embodies livable luxury that is sophisticated yet comfortable. It stands as a refined example of modern architecture, where thoughtful details and timeless materials result in a home that’s both bold and inviting. Continue below to see more of this inspiring home…

DESIGN DETAILS

ARCHITECT MHK Architecture
BUILDER CarsonSpeer Builders
INTERIOR DESIGN ID Studio Interiors

Scandinavian-Inspired Exterior Design

Daytime exterior of modern brick home with landscaped terraces and covered outdoor kitchen

On the first level, large windows offer sweeping views of a beautifully landscaped terrace with cozy seating areas, lush gardens, a grand fire pit, a grilling porch, and elegant decorative retaining walls. Above, a second-floor balcony offers a peaceful outlook onto the adjacent park.

Modern Front Entry with Cedar Siding and Brick

Front entry with black pivot door, cedar paneling, and brick facade

Inside, the home boasts polished concrete terrazzo floors on the main level, while the upper floor features warm, natural white oak.

Walnut Kitchen with Terrazzo Flooring

Modern kitchen with walnut cabinetry, white island, globe pendant lights, and orange bar stools

The spacious kitchen flows seamlessly into the dining and living areas, creating an open, inviting space. A dedicated working pantry, designed to function as a catering kitchen, ensures culinary needs are met with ease and organization.

Straight-on view of walnut kitchen cabinetry with globe pendant lighting

What We Love About This Home

The extensive use of glass creates a light-filled home that embraces its natural setting, blurring the line between indoors and outdoors. Every room feels thoughtfully planned and beautifully executed, from the warm wood accents to the clean architectural lines throughout. This is a home where modern design still feels warm, inviting, and idyllic for everyday living and entertaining.

Tell Us: What are your overall thoughts on the design of this home? Would you change any of the details? Let us know in the Comments below!

Note: Be sure to check out a couple of other fabulous home tours we have highlighted here on One Kindesign in the state of South Carolina: South Carolina lake house offers tranquil escape on the shores of Lake Keowee and A mountain dream home in South Carolina surrounded by a glorious forest.

Wide kitchen view showing island, walnut cabinets, and adjoining dining nook