Pavilion House

Privacy and serenity were top priorities for the design of this custom build. Situated on a corner lot in a suburban neighborhood, the wings of the house extend as far along each street frontage as setbacks will allow, creating an L-shaped footprint that shields views and controls access to the rear yard. Upon entering, large windows and panoramic doors along the back of the house pull your attention through to the lush landscaping and shimmering pool beyond. The main living spaces are all positioned around the rear yard whereas utility, storage, and guest rooms line the outer portions of the house, creating an inward focus for the family and maximizing opportunities for daily outdoor living. Nicknamed the Pavilion House, it features symmetrically placed single-story wings that flank both sides of its central two-story volume. These “pavilions” are pulled apart from the main portion of the house and connected to it via glazed “bridges”. This layout allows landscaping and natural light to infiltrate more spaces while also creating palate-cleansing moments as one passes from the heart of the home into the primary wing on one end and garage wing on the other.