Christopher Robertson, an architect, decided to build a Japan-inspired abode after visiting the Land of the Rising Sun. Since he and his wife have a firm, they were influenced by a Japanese architect, Tadao Ando, to build a minimalist concrete house for their family. The structure of their house has wood and concrete volumes with a simple courtyard.
Entering a small passage, visitors will be welcomed by a large space with a living room, kitchen, and dining room. According to Robertson, you have to go through a course when entering an Ando infrastructure. Robertson’s home is usual in Japanese home architecture.
The home is …

Jonathan Feldman, the founder of Feldman Architecture, together with Commune Design worked together to decorate a family beach house in Santa Cruz, California. The area is surrounded by a tree called Monterey cypress. Therefore, the 2 firms utilized these trees to construct the house.
The passion for drafting and building this house could be seen on the way how the cypress wood was handled. The material and vibe of the wood were ideal for the clients – a family of 4 who considers Santa Cruz close to their hearts. They want a house that is refined and simple but sturdy. A house that is authentic to the area.
Evan Shively, a …