The RIBA House of the Year for 2024 is the Six Columns home by Will Burges and his studio. Nestled in London, the self-designed home is located in South London's Crystal Palace for himself and his family. The adaptable design stands at the forefront of all the components as it is meant to alter and change with the altering needs of Burges and his family as time progresses.
Director of Studio Weave and chair of the jury, Je Ahn shares "Building your own home is a hugely intensive endeavour; if you are lucky enough to do it at all, you will probably only ever do it once in your life. This philosophy of the home as a lifelong process might be a tricky concept in this fast-paced contractual world, however, Six Columns demonstrates an important message that we should all remember; your home is not a static slice of time, but continuously evolves with you."
Self-Designed Evolving Homes
The Six Columns Home by WIll Burges is Designed to Grow with Him
Trend Themes
1. Adaptable Housing - Housing designs that evolve with the changing needs of occupants highlight innovative approaches to long-term living solutions.
2. Self-designed Homes - Homeowners taking the initiative to design homes tailored to their personal needs and future growth represent a shift towards customized and highly personalized living spaces.
3. Evolving Architecture - Architectural practices focusing on structures that can physically adapt over time are pushing the boundaries of traditional construction methods.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture - The field of architecture is increasingly embracing adaptable designs, offering new opportunities for sustained residential satisfaction and longevity.
2. Real Estate - The real estate industry can benefit from promoting properties that are designed to change with their owners, increasing value and desirability.
3. Home Improvement - Home improvement sectors can leverage evolving home concepts, providing ongoing services and products to support flexible and adaptive living environments.