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May 6, 2024
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A home in Galilee is designed by Golany Architects in such a way that it takes into mind the natural environment that is immediate to it. The two-story home is perched on a lot on the outskirts of a community in Galilee, with a view of the rocky landscape and a close proximity to the Sea of Galilee. Due to the fact that the precise height at which the sea first meets the eye has been determined, the house has been constructed to provide uninterrupted views into the vast open space, since it does not have any retaining obstacles. A sustainable and environmentally conscious approach is used by the architects located in Tel Aviv. They fling open windows that go from floor to ceiling in order to let in expansive vistas to the south and east. In a reference to mashrabiyas, which are distinctive of the Mediterranean area, wooden shutter lattices are used to manage the harsh sunlight that enters the residence. These shutters move according to the position of the sun, providing shade and seclusion without obscuring the panoramic view. In light of the intense heat that is characteristic of the slopes in the Jordan Valley, the recessed positioning of windows and doors on both floors produces a double-skin envelope of sorts that significantly increases the home’s ability to regulate its temperature. When light rays are allowed to pass through the slits, the chiaroscuro effect is created, which results in an enchanted atmosphere within. These outdoor-indoor areas, which are located between the glass doors and the latticed shutters, also fulfill the function of an outdoor sitting area. In the same way that the covered balcony on the ground level serves as a natural extension of the living and dining spaces, the intermediate balcony on the first floor serves the same purpose for the family room. This ingenious construction of outdoor spaces is carried on in other bedrooms on the first floor as well. These bedrooms include modest vertical louvres that provide unobstructed views of the private garden, as well as views of the fields in the village, the Mediterranean, and the Golan Heights. The views of Mount Canaan and the historic town of Safed are captured via openings on the back elevations of the structure. There is a seamless integration of the natural palette with the rural surroundings. Plaster with a cement texture, shutters made of timber, stone with a light brown color, and a wooden ceiling with towering beams are all designed to resemble the yellowish-brown ridge at the front of the house, the rocky terrain, and the olive and carob orchards where the horses take their rest. Additionally, the house catches the character of the area by being constructed in the midst of the existing cypress, oak, and other mature trees, as well as by planting rosemary, lavender, and spice plants in the midst of the rocky terrain. Look at the pictures that are available on indiaartndesign.com. Articles that are related to this topic include: domestic architecture, residential interior design, space planning, country home, climatically sensitive architecture, and sustainability. This article should be sent to a friend! Subscribe to have articles like as this one sent directly to your inbox! Get a free subscription right now!