Perched on a hilltop high in the Myacama mountains is a vineyard property that exists off-the-grid. This peaceful parcel is home to Cornell Vineyards, a winery known for robust cabernets and a casual ‘back to the land’ sensibility. We were tasked with designing a simple refresh of two existing buildings that dually function as a weekend house for the proprietor’s family and a platform to entertain winery guests. We had fun incorporating our client’s Asian art and antiques that are highlighted in both living areas. Paired with a mix of neutral textures and tones we set out to create a casual California style reflective of its surrounding landscape and the winery brand.

サクラメントにある広いラスティックスタイルのおしゃれなLDK (ベージュの壁、無垢フローリング、標準型暖炉、石材の暖炉まわり、壁掛け型テレビ、茶色い床、板張り天井、板張り壁) の写真

他の地域にあるインダストリアルスタイルのおしゃれなリビング (淡色無垢フローリング、据え置き型テレビ、板張り天井、板張り壁) の写真

Projet de Tiny House sur les toits de Paris, avec 17m² pour 4 !
パリにある高級な小さなアジアンスタイルのおしゃれなリビングロフト (ライブラリー、コンクリートの床、白い床、板張り天井、板張り壁) の写真

他の地域にあるラグジュアリーな広いコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなLDK (無垢フローリング、石材の暖炉まわり、内蔵型テレビ、茶色い床、板張り天井、板張り壁) の写真

A uniform and cohesive look adds simplicity to the overall aesthetic, supporting the minimalist design of this boathouse. The A5s is Glo’s slimmest profile, allowing for more glass, less frame, and wider sightlines. The concealed hinge creates a clean interior look while also providing a more energy-efficient air-tight window. The increased performance is also seen in the triple pane glazing used in both series. The windows and doors alike provide a larger continuous thermal break, multiple air seals, high-performance spacers, Low-E glass, and argon filled glazing, with U-values as low as 0.20. Energy efficiency and effortless minimalism create a breathtaking Scandinavian-style remodel.

アトランタにあるトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれな応接間 (グレーの壁、無垢フローリング、標準型暖炉、レンガの暖炉まわり、テレビなし、茶色い床、板張り天井、板張り壁) の写真

カンザスシティにあるコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなLDK (白い壁、淡色無垢フローリング、ベージュの床、表し梁、三角天井、板張り天井、板張り壁) の写真

Designed in sharp contrast to the glass walled living room above, this space sits partially underground. Precisely comfy for movie night.
シカゴにある高級な広いラスティックスタイルのおしゃれな独立型リビング (ベージュの壁、スレートの床、標準型暖炉、金属の暖炉まわり、壁掛け型テレビ、黒い床、板張り天井、板張り壁、グレーとブラウン) の写真

Scott Amundson Photography
ミネアポリスにあるラスティックスタイルのおしゃれなLDK (コンクリートの床、標準型暖炉、茶色い壁、グレーの床、三角天井、板張り天井、板張り壁) の写真

After the second fallout of the Delta Variant amidst the COVID-19 Pandemic in mid 2021, our team working from home, and our client in quarantine, SDA Architects conceived Japandi Home. The initial brief for the renovation of this pool house was for its interior to have an "immediate sense of serenity" that roused the feeling of being peaceful. Influenced by loneliness and angst during quarantine, SDA Architects explored themes of escapism and empathy which led to a “Japandi” style concept design – the nexus between “Scandinavian functionality” and “Japanese rustic minimalism” to invoke feelings of “art, nature and simplicity.” This merging of styles forms the perfect amalgamation of both function and form, centred on clean lines, bright spaces and light colours. Grounded by its emotional weight, poetic lyricism, and relaxed atmosphere; Japandi Home aesthetics focus on simplicity, natural elements, and comfort; minimalism that is both aesthetically pleasing yet highly functional. Japandi Home places special emphasis on sustainability through use of raw furnishings and a rejection of the one-time-use culture we have embraced for numerous decades. A plethora of natural materials, muted colours, clean lines and minimal, yet-well-curated furnishings have been employed to showcase beautiful craftsmanship – quality handmade pieces over quantitative throwaway items. A neutral colour palette compliments the soft and hard furnishings within, allowing the timeless pieces to breath and speak for themselves. These calming, tranquil and peaceful colours have been chosen so when accent colours are incorporated, they are done so in a meaningful yet subtle way. Japandi home isn’t sparse – it’s intentional. The integrated storage throughout – from the kitchen, to dining buffet, linen cupboard, window seat, entertainment unit, bed ensemble and walk-in wardrobe are key to reducing clutter and maintaining the zen-like sense of calm created by these clean lines and open spaces. The Scandinavian concept of “hygge” refers to the idea that ones home is your cosy sanctuary. Similarly, this ideology has been fused with the Japanese notion of “wabi-sabi”; the idea that there is beauty in imperfection. Hence, the marriage of these design styles is both founded on minimalism and comfort; easy-going yet sophisticated. Conversely, whilst Japanese styles can be considered “sleek” and Scandinavian, “rustic”, the richness of the Japanese neutral colour palette aids in preventing the stark, crisp palette of Scandinavian styles from feeling cold and clinical. Japandi Home’s introspective essence can ultimately be considered quite timely for the pandemic and was the quintessential lockdown project our team needed.

オースティンにある高級な広いミッドセンチュリースタイルのおしゃれなLDK (淡色無垢フローリング、埋込式メディアウォール、板張り天井、板張り壁、アクセントウォール) の写真

東京23区にある中くらいなアジアンスタイルのおしゃれなオープンリビング (白い壁、薪ストーブ、金属の暖炉まわり、テレビなし、グレーの床、板張り天井、板張り壁) の写真

デンバーにある中くらいなミッドセンチュリースタイルのおしゃれなリビング (薪ストーブ、タイルの暖炉まわり、グレーの床、板張り天井、板張り壁) の写真

Welcome to our Mid-Century Modern haven with a twist! Blending classic mid-century elements with a unique touch, we've embraced fluted wood walls, a striking corner fireplace, and bold oversized art to redefine our living and dining space.

オースティンにあるミッドセンチュリースタイルのおしゃれなリビング (横長型暖炉、金属の暖炉まわり、板張り天井、板張り壁) の写真

サンフランシスコにある高級な中くらいなミッドセンチュリースタイルのおしゃれなLDK (コンクリートの床、両方向型暖炉、タイルの暖炉まわり、グレーの床、板張り天井、板張り壁) の写真

デンバーにある中くらいなミッドセンチュリースタイルのおしゃれなリビング (薪ストーブ、タイルの暖炉まわり、グレーの床、板張り天井、板張り壁) の写真

A cozy reading nook with deep storage benches is tucked away just off the main living space. Its own operable windows bring in plenty of natural light, although the anglerfish-like wall mounted reading lamp is a welcome addition. Photography: Andrew Pogue Photography.