Silver Architecture, Building and Structure Design · 2019
Abstract House Residential Home
- A' Design Award 2019 Silver Winner in Architecture, Building and Structure Design
- Awarded April 15, 2019
- CLIENT: Ghiath Al Masri
- Estimated Number of Design Views: 55,344
- Verification code 3EE496D020 · Verify this award
About Abstract House Residential Home
The residence utilizes a modern aesthetic while retaining a central courtyard, which evokes the traditional Kuwaiti practice in the building of houses. Here the residence is allowed to acknowledge both past and present, without clashing. The water feature at the steps of the main door sweeps outwards, the floor to ceiling glass helps keep the spaces more open, allowing the users to go between outside and inside, past and present, effortlessly.
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- Unique Properties
- The house comingles modern sensibility through the individually shaped columns while retaining a central courtyard. This design feature evokes the traditional Kuwaiti practice in the building of houses, whereby courtyards were included to help with temperature control within the residence. Here the residence is allowed to acknowledge both past and present, without clashing.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- The plot dimension is 25 M X 30 M total 750 sqm, the plot has open from back and front from the 25 m side the other sides which is 30 m length is for neighbor, the building height from the street level is 16 m ,built up area is basement and three 3 floors , basement is parking and storage and rooms for driver and chef , Ground floor is U shape divided by tow , main one is 330 sqm , the second part is 197 sqm , main part is technically separated of the second part , each part has entrance and reception and services , in the main part there is passage width 140 cm X 30 m and in the middle there is garden and double glazed glass passage to connect two sides of building and to create a balcony for the fist floor. First floor consist divided too accordingly to the ground floor , main side is consist of 4 bedrooms, and second part consist of two bedrooms , the second floor is unify in the facilities and services like Gym , store, maids room and mechanical room .
- Tags
- Architecture, Modern, residential, house, Design, Luxury,
- Production Technology
- The construction system is concrete structure followed with some steel structure some items, by blend three sorts of the material like concrete finish, white sigma & black marble.
- Design Challenge
- The strong challenge is to save the design from the social perspective of the wide open windows which its conflict with, and find solution to accomplish the satisfaction on all aspect of design .
- Project Duration
- Location of the project is Kuwait.
- Operation Flow
- The client open mind mentality of the client with our passion of distinguish, we try to convince the client to make something different of usual houses and he interact very positively with us .
- Research
- We start with architecture layout with requirements, then go forward to sketching and architecture masses study and make client interact by think in 3 dimension way .Make clear demonstration of concept and thoughts. the major direction of masses design is to close from neighbor side and make middle garden open to sky light , link two sides with ground corridors and bridge make client more satisfied . work flow then was more challenge after complete first option express feel of dull after while, the next challenge of apply materials to the plain architecture masses . we believe that every mass has requirement of sort material and sometime should make slight amendment on architecture to approve the material .
- Inspiration
- The original concept came out while thinking about imagined height implanted into a single story residence. In this manner a single story bungalow acted as a stepping off point for the idea to become two stories flanked by usable green space and intentional exaggerations of height.
- Image Credits
- Image #1, #2,#3 and #4 is 3D visual credited to Ghiath Al Masri
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The intention is to produce and complete the work personally, rather than selling or leasing the production rights. A concept like this relies on very precise proportions, material choices, and lighting effects, so maintaining full creative control during construction is essential to protect its architectural integrity.
Once construction is completed, the built project will serve as a realized flagship, opening the door to potential future collaborations, exclusive licensing opportunities, or replication in select projects. But for now, the priority is to build it exactly as envisioned, ensuring the original design language remains intact.
From architecture, the clean volumes and bold vertical lines echo the modernist clarity of Tadao Ando and the sculptural power of Luis Barragán.
From product design, the precision and control of form — where every edge and curve serves a purpose — inspired how each surface in the building is treated almost like a crafted object rather than just a wall.
From sculpture, particularly minimalist and monumental works, came the sense of weight, balance, and tension in the composition. The building is meant to feel carved, not just constructed.
From abstract drawings and art, the play of light, negative space, and rhythm gave birth to the idea of using voids as strongly as solids — letting air and light shape the architecture.
This blending of disciplines allows the design to step outside traditional boundaries. It isn’t just a house with walls and windows; it’s more like a spatial sculpture — a piece of art you can live inside.
Clients with a refined taste for modern and minimalist aesthetics — individuals who appreciate clean geometry, strong lines, and the emotional weight of architectural space.
High-end residential clients or developers seeking distinctive, signature architecture that elevates property value through design excellence.
cription of the project. It tells you that this is not just a home, but an idea made physical, where form speaks louder than ornament.
It began with freehand drawings, where the core idea of verticality, balance, and light was explored quickly and intuitively. Sketching allowed the concept to grow organically, without the constraints of technical precision too early in the process.
Once the geometry and proportions started to take form, the work moved into CAD software to refine the structure with accuracy — laying out clean lines, organizing spaces, and ensuring the composition could be built exactly as imagined.
Next came 3D modeling and rendering software, which gave life to the concept. This stage helped visualize light behavior, materials, textures, and how people would experience the architecture in real space. It’s where the idea stopped being just a plan and became a spatial sculpture.
Finally, photo editing and visualization tools were used to enhance presentation images — adjusting lighting, atmosphere, and composition so the mood of the design could be communicated as powerfully as the structure itself.
This blend of handcrafted intuition and digital precision is what allowed the project to stay both emotionally expressive and technically sound.
This kind of design, with its clean lines and demanding proportions, depends on technical excellence just as much as creative clarity. Collaboration included:
Structural engineers, to make sure the bold vertical planes and cantilevered elements weren’t just elegant but structurally sound and efficient.
MEP consultants (mechanical, electrical, and plumbing), to integrate technical systems invisibly so the architectural purity of the design remained uninterrupted.
3D modeling and visualization specialists, who helped refine perspectives, lighting simulations, and final presentation renders to match the intended atmosphere.
Landscape collaborators, to blend the building into its site and make the outdoor spaces feel like extensions of the interior.
Contractors and fabricators, especially during the construction phase, to ensure the detailing of materials — concrete, stone, glass, and wood — stayed faithful to the design vision.
Each collaborator brought technical mastery that allowed the artistic concept to stand confidently in reality. In projects like this, good architecture happens when art and engineering speak the same language
Its role can be seen in several layers:
Precision and clarity in design — Digital tools like CAD and 3D modeling allowed the geometry to be defined with exact proportions. This is essential in a project where a single misalignment can disrupt the entire visual harmony.
Light and shadow simulation — Technology made it possible to study how natural light would move through the vertical planes throughout the day and across seasons. This guided the placement of openings, fins, and voids with surgical accuracy.
Material detailing and construction coordination — Advanced modeling helped communicate complex intersections between structure, glazing, and finishes to engineers and contractors, reducing errors on site.
Integration of smart systems — Although the architecture appears clean and minimal, the infrastructure beneath it uses modern technology for lighting control, HVAC, and security—quietly hidden so nothing interrupts the visual purity.
In short, technology in this project is like the invisible skeleton beneath a sculpture: it supports, strengthens, and sharpens the design without ever trying to steal the spotlight. It allows the house to look simple while being highly sophisticated.
One of the biggest challenges was achieving precision in execution. The concept relies on clean vertical planes, sharp edges, and perfect alignments. Even a small construction error can disturb the rhythm of the entire façade. Coordinating between design intent and actual on-site construction required constant dialogue and technical refinement.
“Abstract House” isn’t just a collection of clean planes and clever details. It’s also a story about how space can shape feeling. Every corner, opening, and void was designed not just to look elegant, but to make the person inside feel something—a sense of calm, lightness, and connection to their surroundings. Architecture isn’t only about form; it’s about how the form speaks to the human inside it.
Another aspect worth highlighting is how the project became a personal manifesto. It distilled years of design experience—architectural, interior, and landscape—into one pure statement. This house represents not just a project, but a philosophy of design: minimalism as poetry, structure as sculpture, and light as the main building material.
And finally, the fact that the design is under construction adds a living dimension. It’s not frozen as a drawing or rendering; it’s evolving daily, tested by the real world. That’s when architecture stops being an idea and becomes a living thing.
In short, this project isn’t just about walls and shapes. It’s about a clear vision, an emotional intention, and the discipline to see it through. That’s what gives “Abstract House” its true weight beyond awards or publications.