Shield House in Denver, Colorado by Studio H:T Architecture

Article source: Studio H:T Architecture

This urban infill project juxtaposes a tall, slender curved circulation space against a rectangular living space. The tall curved metal wall was a result of bulk plane restrictions and the need to provide privacy from the public decks of the adjacent three story triplex.

Image Courtesy © Raul Garcia

• Architects: Studio H:T Architecture
• Project: Shield House
• Location: Denver, Colorado, USA
• Photography: Raul Garcia
• Project Completion:  2010
• Building Area: 3,250 sqft

Image Courtesy © Raul Garcia

This element becomes the focus of the residence both visually and experientially. It acts as sun catcher that brings light down through the house from morning until early afternoon. At night it becomes a glowing, welcoming sail for visitors.

Image Courtesy © Raul Garcia

Image Courtesy © Raul Garcia

Image Courtesy © Raul Garcia

Image Courtesy © Raul Garcia

Image Courtesy © Raul Garcia

Image Courtesy © Raul Garcia

Image Courtesy © Raul Garcia

Image Courtesy © Raul Garcia

Image Courtesy © Raul Garcia

Image Courtesy © Studio H:T Architecture

Image Courtesy © Studio H:T Architecture

Image Courtesy © Studio H:T Architecture

Image Courtesy © Studio H:T Architecture

Tags: Colorado, Denver

Category: House

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