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Architecture of Israel #

114

August

2018

House of the Season

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house of the season

mevaseret

zion

Shira Shenton

Situated on a hill in Mevaseret Zion, the old, small building was full of charm, but affected by

the “warts” of time – temporary additions that didn’t contribute to its aesthetic look, particularly

in the residents’ eyes.

The renovation left the original house, while the new extension around and above was designed

in accordance with the topography, like a limb sent out into the open landscape high above

road level, creating below a protected space with parking, a staircase connecting it with the

main level above.

Raked gravel, including a pond, creates a Zen-like garden with Israeli flora and

natural, local stones with a path meandering between them.

Made of insulated stone, glass and timber beams, the new building is ventilated by rising

air currents that penetrate the living room and save the need for air conditioning most of the

year. Emphasized by lighting and color, building details become a central design element,

enabling the use of minimalist furniture that conveys a comfortable simplicity.

The bamboo-covered veranda constitutes a direct continuation of the living space, enjoying

both near and distant scenery.

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