In the cedar forests of Cedar Creek Reservoir, Texas, USA is a private residence designed by the American architectWernerfieldplaced. House CCR1 has approximately 435 and embodies the contemporary idea for bungalow. The concept should include the surrounding nature, which is why a lot of glass is implemented on the house, especially in the private area of the garden.
Glass architecture: large format windows and patio doors
The house stretches between cedar trees, with beautiful views and access to Ceder Creek Lake (a protected area in Texas, USA). The plan of the modern bungalow is angular, designed on one level, which requires a relatively large area. More than half of the walls existcompletely made of glassin order to ensure that the interior spaces run as seamlessly as possible from the inside to the outside.
Unlimited views: light-filled interiors
By using many glass fronts, the interior is illuminated with as much daylight as possible. The flat roof architecture combined with the floor-to-ceiling windows on both sides makes the roof disappear in some places.
Sliding doors open the interior to the garden
Both inside and outside, only concrete, glass and wood are used in order to properly fuse the two areas into one another. A depression is created in the garden - a sunken garden where a modern seating area with a fireplace is formed.
Sliding patio doors connect the inside and outside without boundaries
Only concrete, glass and wood are used inside and outside to achieve a harmonious fusion of both areas. A depression was designed in the garden, which forms a modern seating area with a fireplace - a so-called sunken garden.
Modern Architecture in the Forest: Materials and Design
The architecture of the CCR1 impresses with the use of Corten steel, concrete and glass. These materials not only give the house a modern look, but also ensure durability and a sturdy structure. The wooden ceiling and the wooden paneling in the interior contribute to a cozy atmosphere.
Use of Corten steel, concrete and glass
Natural elements
The garden design around the CCR1 residence is as modern as it is functional. Elements such as climbing vines made of Corten steel and spacious lawns blend harmoniously into the natural surroundings and create a quiet, natural retreat. The sunken garden with a fireplace is a central highlight that invites you to linger and relax.
Contemporary architecture
Modern flat roof house in the middle of the forest – living close to nature
Spacious property in the forest and modern architecture
Lots of green space and daylight included in the modern house
Floor-to-ceiling windows cover almost half of the exterior walls
Modern garden design – trees, lawn and sunken garden with fireplace
Large format windows and patio doors expand the living space to the outside
Light-flooded interiors: concrete and wood
Inside the house, concrete and wood dominate, creating a minimalist yet warm and inviting living style. The floor-to-ceiling windows, which cover almost half of the exterior walls, provide plenty of natural light while offering spectacular views of the surrounding nature.
Wooden ceiling and wood paneling for a cozy room atmosphere
Interiors made of concrete and wood
Minimalist interior design – use of wood and concrete
Modern flat roof house in the forest on Cedar Creek Lake
*CCR1 Residence – a project byWernerfield
