In the suburbs of Bangkok, Thailand, the Two Houses at Nichada project, designed by Alkhemist Architects, has a double volume living area that opens up directly to the pool when the sliding glass doors disappear into the structure.
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Even with a narrow allotment for outdoor space, the Californian house by Coast Homes has an elongated deck and pool that run the length of the house letting the various rooms to open to the outdoors.
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Witcher Crawford designed this sustainable home in place of an outdated 1960’s bungalow and the new exterior is both clean and contemporary, as is the mostly white interior. Folding glass doors slide to the side to extend the double-height dining room to the patio. Photo by Patrick Bingham Hall
The Fish House was designed by Guz Architects for the hot, humid climate of Singapore. Open, covered spaces protect the residents from the sun while providing natural ventilation.
Photo by Bruce Damonte
Designed by Zack | de Vito, this house in Marin County feels like a treehouse with views overlooking the valley below. The double-height living area has windows to the ceiling and the space extends out to the oversized deck.
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Promised Land is a house in Amagansett, New York by Bates Masi Architects that’s divided into public and private wings. Sliding glass doors open the main living area up to the central reflecting pool and outdoor space.
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