Liminal House

Of crucial importance is the close connection between the house and nature, achieved through a long series of floor-to-ceiling perimeter windows that create a pure and contemplative environment, capable of changing in light and appearance with the seasons. “The ever-changing seaside atmosphere not only animates the house but is also animated by the house,” states the studio. “Views are framed between solid walls and glass partitions; their images are then duplicated by water mirrors and glass panes. In this way, the reflections and refractions evoke the sensation for observers of being neither here nor there, neither inside nor outside, but somewhere in between.”

The interior design is mindful and respectful of the magnificence of the setting, yet it is not subordinate to it. There are, in fact, details and corners that can draw attention away from the view to create a warm and intimate atmosphere. Special mention goes to the kitchen, a solid form with simple geometries, treated as an integral part of the architecture. The long island features a Lapitec sintered stone countertop that appears to rise directly from the floor, contrasting with the wooden surfaces and stools that balance its appearance.