Waterfall House Design Process
Designed by Frank Lloyd Wright between 1935 and 1939, the Waterfall House is a unique architectural masterpiece that blends with nature, designed as a weekend home for the Kaufmann family. This unique building in Pennsylvania is one of the pioneering and unforgettable works of modern architecture. Let’s examine this structure, which is a century ahead of its time. Customer’s Vision: A Home at One with Nature When Edgar J. Kaufmann, a prominent businessman and philanthropist, approached Frank Lloyd Wright with the idea of designing a home for his family, he had a clear vision in mind. Kaufmann wanted a home…
The Importance of Facade Design in Building Identity
Façade design has been a dynamic field that constantly changes with the evolution of architectural understanding and technology. Throughout history, different architectural movements, materials and technologies have manifested themselves in facade design and led to the emergence of unique buildings of each period. In the modern era, sustainability, energy efficiency and the use of innovative materials have become prominent concepts in facade design. This has led facades to become not only an aesthetic element, but also a tool that serves the purpose of creating environmentally and economically sustainable buildings. Throughout human history, architecture has transcended space and reflected cultural and…
Waterfall House -The Heart of Nature
Designed by Frank Lloyd Wright between 1935 and 1939, the Waterfall House is a unique architectural masterpiece that blends with nature, designed as a weekend home for the Kaufmann family. This unique building in Pennsylvania is one of the pioneering and unforgettable works of modern architecture. Let’s examine this structure, which is a century ahead of its time. Waterfall House Planning The Kaufmann family, a clothing retailer, owns a piece of land with a few cottages on it, near a small waterfall. Originally from Pittsburgh, the family lived in Pittsburgh, which at the time was known as the “Smoky City”…