Beverly Skyline Residence

Recycled glass wall.
Photograph by Mike Osborne.

"One goal was to integrate the architecture with the native garden and creek at the bottom of the property.

To fully enjoy the reclaimed views, the house is wrapped by exterior decks with glass railings. The inspiration is Kiyomizu temple in Kyoto, Japan, (founded 7th century A.D.) which sits above the landscape and provides panoramic views of the city.

The property owner is an attorney by profession but enjoyed being intimately involved with the planning and execution of the design, even physically building and landscaping much of the grounds; the project was truly a labor of love."

Pond.
Photograph by Mike Osborne.

"In the spirit of reclaiming value, recycled materials are employed at every possible opportunity. The front facade of the house is comprised of recycled glass blocks, which were provided by the owner.

The originally monolithic nature of the house is further dematerialized with slats installed as rain screens.

This wall assembly seems to dissolve the facade of the house, particularly at corner conditions.

The project also makes extensive use of harvested rainwater stored in pools and reservoirs to re-connect the house with its site. The water system lends a sense of drama to the intervention. A series of cascading ponds serve as part of the rainwater collection system on the utilitarian level. On an aesthetic level, it provides a peaceful transition between the landscape and the built form. The ponds are made with salvaged steel sheets and poured-in-place concrete."

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