Crestridge Residence Ikhaya Losapho Olunye by Colega Architects

Crestridge Residence Ikhaya Losapho Olunye by Colega Architects is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2020 Ibhaso Legolide le-A' Design Award in Uyilo lweZakhiwo, Isakhiwo kunye neMilo Competition Category.

IgolideUyilo lweZakhiwo· 2020

Crestridge Residence Ikhaya Losapho Olunye

by Colega Architects

Client: Colega Architects

Ibhaso Legolide le-A' Design Award Winner in Uyilo lweZakhiwo Category

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The Design

About Crestridge Residence Ikhaya Losapho Olunye

I-Crestridge Residence likhaya losapho olunye elenziwe ngokulungiswa ngokupheleleyo kwendlu endala yohlobo lwe-tract. Uyilo olutsha luhlala ngaphakathi komda okhoyo weesikwe mitha ezingama-2100 kwisiza esithambekele phantsi seesikwe mitha ezingama-21,000. Inkqubo ye-louver ethe nkqo eyenziwe ngomthi wentsimbi wendalo (iron wood) enezixhobo ze-black oxide inika ubumfihlo kwicala elingaphambili lendlu. Igumbi elikhulu elinophahla oluphakamileyo neefestile ezinkulu zivulekela kwimbonakalo ye-Los Angeles basin. Amaphiko amabini abucala akwiziphelo ezichaseneyo zendlu avumela usapho neendwendwe ukuba bahlale kunye ngobumfihlo.

The Recognition

About the Ibhaso Legolide le-A' Design Award

Crestridge Residence Ikhaya Losapho Olunye ngumphumeleli weIbhaso Legolide le-A' Design Award, ukuqatshelwa okuhlonitshwayo kakhulu okunikwa imiyilo yeklasi yokuqala, ephawulekayo nentle. Abaphumeleleyo beGolide ziimveliso ezintsha kakhulu, ezinombono ongaphaya nezikhazimlayo ezibonisa ubuchule, ubulumko nobuchule babayili bazo. Crestridge Residence Ikhaya Losapho Olunye iyathenjwa ukuba ibe yimveliso edunyiswe kakhulu, ebeka umkhwa nekumgangatho wesikhumbuzo enikela ixabiso elingazange libonwe. Lo myilo uphumeleleyo weIbhaso Legolide le-A' Design Award yiprojekthi emangalisayo nehlonelwayo eluncedo kakhulu kwaye inyusa imida yobugcisa, inzululwazi, uyilo kunye nobuchwephesha. Crestridge Residence Ikhaya Losapho Olunye idala iimvakalelo ezinzulu zonqweno, ivusa umdla, ikhuthaza ukuyila kwaye iyasikhwebela.

Behind the Design

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Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: This project was a full gut remodel. The owners purchased a home that had the square footage and lot size they wanted but lacked the aesthetics, flow and functions they sought. We designed a modern home within the footprint of the existing dated house. Accents such as a louver system for privacy along the front elevation, a vaulted great room with a view in the rear, minimal facade detailing and a warm but clean interior palette brought the old home back to life.
Dimensions & Packaging: This is a 2100 SF house on a 21,000 SF down-sloping lot.
Tags: Architecture, Modern, Mid-Century, Design Build, Renovation, Makeover, Remodel, Landscape, Building, House, Home,
Production Technology: The vertical louver system is detailed in clear grain natural iron wood with black oxide hardware which infills a grey aluminum clad frame. The rear elevation is characterized by the confluence of the vaulted great room volume and the elongated frame, enveloped in warm wood siding on the walls, deck and eave. Contrasting the frame is an inset background of whitewashed wood siding with expansive windows opening to a spectacular view of the L.A. basin.
Design Challenge: The challenge of the project was to work within the confines of the existing house and create the functional space that the clients were asking for. We were able to reorganize the interior and create a series of spaces that seamlessly connected to each other and to the exterior. We designed with privacy and hierarchy in mind.
Research: A significant component to a successful remodel is the documentation and understanding of the existing structure. Efficiency is key when designing a remodel. We challenged ourselves to salvage as much as possible for upfront cost savings (framing and foundation). We took those savings and were able to allocate the funds to enrich aesthetic portions of the project (exterior siding material, high-end appliances, custom cabinetry, etc).
Inspiration: Making the transition back to sunny California, our design minded clients had visions of keeping doors and windows open year round. Modern, warm and uncluttered was their dream. Without adding a square foot, the existing house was transformed from a 'drive by, don't notice you', tired tract home, into a custom, 'that's a remodel'? modern home that fully encompassed the warmth of family life with the modern aesthetic the couple was looking for.
Project Duration: Design Commencement May 2017 - Construction Completion August 2019
Operation Flow: The family wanted to have a guest quarters but still allowed for privacy from their own bedrooms. The solutions was to design two distinct private wings, at opposite ends of the house, to allow for co-family living.
Team Members: Bogdan Tomalevski - Design Principal
Tarek Abdel Ghaffar - Design Principal
Richard Holt - Project Lead/ Designer
Image Credits: All Images - Photographer - Manolo Langis - Langoworks