Glass Villa on the lake, Lechlade, Gloucestershire
Glass Villa on the lake, Lechlade, The Lakes by Yoo Gloucestershire Architecture
Glass Villa on the lake, Lechlade
The Lakes by Yoo Property Development in West England, UK – design by Mecanoo architecten
3 Jan 2019
Glass Villa on the lake, Lechlade, Gloucestershire
Location: The Lakes by Yoo, Gloucestershire, South West England, UK
Design: Mecanoo architecten
Glass Villa on the lake, Lechlade
The guiding design principle was to create a house that combines transparency with sustainability, forging a strong relationship between the villa and the landscape.
Photos below by Blue Sky Images.:
The harmony between landscape and interior, architecture and nature, was a key design determinant, particularly regarding sight lines, materials, colours, and lighting. The house is designed from inside out, creating uninterrupted views to the surrounding nature while providing shelter and intimacy. All these aspects work together to ensure the house?s sense of timelessness. Photos below by mariashot.photo:
Oasis
The villa is situated in The Lakes by Yoo, with a green oasis of trees and plants that hide the house from view. Water plants along the water line alternate with stepping stones that lead to other parts of the garden. On the water side, the villa has an optimal view over the lake.
Terraces on two different levels connect the villa to both the land and the water, anchoring the house in nature and giving it a welcoming presence. Glass corner windows in the living ro...
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