Houses - DHD Architecture & Interior Design

5 June 2023
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Books, Interior Design, Architecture, Houses

Alta Ski House – Utah

DHD Alta Ski House - Utah “Concrete was the central and defining material of this house, designed in two parts named ‘the tube’ and ‘the crystal’ for ease of identity during construction. Each concrete pour was like a science experiment, with added complexity by distance, altitude and iso..

19 April 2023
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Houses, Books, Interior Design, Architecture

Water Mill Residence

Water Mill Residence "Simplicity was the main idea with this house, the original 'developer' floor plans were cluttered and convoluted. The design solution was to go back to simple rectangular rooms with clean lines." - David Howell This elegant example of a wood shingle-style home in the hamlet ..

Hamptons House

Hamptons House "We took our inspiration from the water views, as they are so stunning. We tried to keep the interiors quiet, yet fun, and made sure they didn't distract from the water. The clients were dreaming of something fresh, fun, modern, and family-friendly." - Steffani Aarons Situated on a ..

Dower House

Dower House "This house is conceived around the tower which acts as a center for family gatherings. Its upper level is a folly accessed via an interior bridge, and is intended as a destination for fun and family exploration." - Jonathan Kirk Connections to family and the natural landscape drove th..

55 Upper Queen Street House, New Zealand

DHD - 55 Upper Queen Street House, New Zealand "The inspiration for this structure came from the art gallery owner's fascination with Judd-like simplicity and his love of New York. The footprint of this urban 'loft' is almost identical to a NYC 100-foot by 25-foot lot size, and the planning follow..

7 January 2023
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Interior Design, Architecture, Houses, Books

Casa Adela House

DHD Casa Adela House A contemporary reimagining of a traditional hacienda, the exquisitely crafted Casa San Miguel de Allende seamlessly blends modernity with a Mexican vernacular. With a furniture maker client and the artistic mecca of San Miguel de Allende close by (now a UNESCO world heritage si..

10 December 2022
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Interior Design, Architecture, Houses, Books

DHD House Book Introduction

DHD House Book Introduction For a Manhattan-domiciled architect who hails from New Zealand, where the standalone house prevails, a commission for a new house or major alteration is always an exciting opportunity. But having honed his craft on townhouse, apartment and loft conversions and renovation..