The Asian House speaks for itself
Coconut Grove, 2015
The challenge
Renovating an Asian-inspired home in the lush greenery of Coconut Grove, whose architecture recalls the work of Alfred Browning Parker. The project had to preserve the home’s identity and its glass walls open to the landscape, restore what time had worn down, and bring in contemporary comfort without losing the serenity of the original design.
To let the dialogue between architecture and nature guide every decision. We respected the transparency, the views and the original layout, so that the openness to the landscape would continue to shape how the house is lived in. A reconfigured kitchen and renewed bathrooms and finishes support this vision with a more modern functionality.
The idea
The result
A peaceful retreat where greenery is present in every room and the architecture once again expresses itself fully. The renewed interiors, a new pool and revitalized gardens bring fresh life to the home, while preserving the intimate, contemplative atmosphere that makes it unique.
The details
Porcelanosa finishes and Hansgrohe fixtures add understated sophistication in keeping with the character of the house. Careful restoration of aged elements and close attention to the outdoor spaces complete a renovation whose value lies as much in what was preserved as in what was renewed.
