This Wood Cliffside Home Has Idyllic Views and is Eco-Friendly
Farida Helmy — June 11, 2014 — Eco
Nestled on the idyllic top of Los Arcos cliffs in Chile, this wood cliffside home by architecture firm WMR Arquitectos will blow your mind. With unobstructed views of the mesmerizing azure blue sea and sky surrounding it, this all-glass haven feels like it's perched on top of the world with no one around for miles on end.
The 'Casa Till' house was designed for clients who wanted a private home away from everything materialistic with only a natural skyline as the view. And they got it in the form of this stunning wood cliffside home with its striking clean architectural lines that beautifully contrasts with the harsh mountainous landscape.
Built on stilts, the whole structure is overhanging from the cliff's edge and almost looks like it's hovering on thin air. Using locally sourced Pine wood as the main building material, the home boasts is also sustainable and eco-friendly.
The 'Casa Till' house was designed for clients who wanted a private home away from everything materialistic with only a natural skyline as the view. And they got it in the form of this stunning wood cliffside home with its striking clean architectural lines that beautifully contrasts with the harsh mountainous landscape.
Built on stilts, the whole structure is overhanging from the cliff's edge and almost looks like it's hovering on thin air. Using locally sourced Pine wood as the main building material, the home boasts is also sustainable and eco-friendly.
Trend Themes
1. Eco-friendly Cliffside Homes - The trend of designing homes that employ sustainable materials such as locally-sourced wood and show concern for the environment.
2. Glass Havens with Unobstructed Views - The trend of designing homes that prioritize natural skylines and panoramic views and employ glass as a primary feature.
3. Stilt-supported Architecture - The trend of designing buildings and homes that are supported by stilts or piers, giving an impression of floating above natural landscapes.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture - Architecture firms can take inspiration from innovative home designs like the Casa Till that prioritize sustainable materials and incorporate natural skylines and unobstructed views.
2. Sustainable Building Materials - Companies engaged in the production of sustainable building materials like locally-sourced wood can capitalize on the trend of eco-friendly cliffside homes.
3. Real Estate - Real estate professionals need to stay updated with evolving property preferences and promote unique properties with striking features like unobstructed views and sustainable design.
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