MYD Photo Gallery: Willoughby 7917

A few images from an afternoon in L.A...

Not too long ago, we were up in West Hollywood, and this Lorcan O'Herlihy project completed a few years back caught our attention. With a wire mesh building skin covering the majority of the building exterior of the 8-unit apartment complex, the Willoughby Lofts are definitely designed for the homeowner with a contemporary aesthetic... or for those random architects wandering around Los Angeles photographing interesting buildings.

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Buildings We Love: Sydney Opera House

Since the Opera House is usually photographed as seen from the water, I thought I'd share a few from our own photo library that give a better sense of the actual human-scale experience of the space. In fact, some observers feel that the 'sails' are better viewed up close, and I have to agree- I didn't fully appreciate the design until I had the chance to see it in person...

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At Koolhaas' Seattle Public Library

MYD's image gallery of a recent visit to the Seattle Central Library by Rem Koolhaas:

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Home Tour Image Gallery

MYD's last post on Spring 2011 Home Tours:  East and West of the 405...

Since we weren't able to include the majority of photos taken at last month's AIA Los Angeles Home Tour, here's a selection of images that didn't make it into our previous posts on Homes 1+2, and later, on Homes 3+4.  So, for those interested, here's the roundup;  click on any photo below for the full-size image.

Enjoy and have a great week!

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Notes from AIA | LA's Home Tour

Last Sunday's excursion to check out the homes selected by AIA Los Angeles for its spring tour included several very noteworthy projects...  Featuring homes in Beverly Hills, Bel Air and Brentwood, there were more than enough unique ideas, design concepts and details to provoke some thoughtful discussion, and, of course, provide an opportunity to photograph a few of our favorite architectural elements of the four residences.  Today, we'll take a closer look at the first two homes.

Home 1:  Latimer Residence by Rick Leslie, Rick Leslie Architects - the home and office of the architect, a 4,700 SF structure located in a beautiful eclectic neighborhood, was reminiscent of Northern California, especially with a bit of drizzle and overcast skies that cleared up later in the afternoon. 

Encompassing seven levels, the spaces were dynamic, to say the least.  This theme continued through to the selection of finishes and materials-  we counted probably about a dozen different counter materials alone!  Though a bit eclectic for those who may lean towards a more minimalist approach to product and material selection, there were some definitely beautiful moments, especially when it came to the use of glazing and openings to incorporate natural light.

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