greenfield living

Los Angeles, CA, United States

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greenfield living

Los Angeles, CA, United States

Firm

Type

Residential › Private House

YEAR

2007

Greenfield Living Description• Simplistic Eco-conscious design that is focused on functionality and creating a breathing family environment.• The house is oriented on the site for optimum advantage of natural light and cross ventilation. • Maximum use of natural light to cut down electrical cost. • Conscious effort in using only materials in their most organic form. • No use of chemicals, carpets, tiles or paint. • Exterior panels contain 30% recycled materials. • Heated patio for outdoor dining maximizing indoor/outdoor living. • Floor material connected in an unobtrusive manner to increase floor plan flow and space. • Design and use of color inspired by dramatic landscape to create contrasting stimulating interior. The orange (volcanic) kitchen island creates a multi-functional gathering point in the heart of the house. The blue (liquid rubber) staircase (waterfall) combines elements of strength and infinity. Use of black lava to create visual contrast and to enhance the exteriors. • Steel indow sill in family room creates an additional seating area with magnetic cushions that can be rearranged as needed. • Front windows glass extends to second floor creating external railing for upstairs bedroom. • Inexpensive recycled silicon rubber material used for bathroom sinks chosen for its great sustainability. • Material manufactured from recycled tires is used on kitchen cabinetry and kitchen chairs, creating an elegant kitchen unaffected by normal wear and tear of family life. • The “disappearing” kitchen chairs are easily stored under island to maximize use of space. • Light design in I structural beam in order to make indoor use of structure and create ambiance. • Upstairs bookshelf functions as railings/barriers between floor plans. • Headboard in master bedroom echoes kitchen island and functions as storage for clothing.• Pebble stones on master bedroom balcony floor absorb the warmth of the sun creating a healthy reflexology surface beneficial for walking. • Outdoor sleeping area for healthy living