Horizontal Dream House with large expanses of glass

Horizontal Dream House with large expanses of glass -

Hong Kong Villa is a dream home that is located in Shek -O, a historic fishing village in the southeast corner of Hong Kong island. It takes full advantage of the landscape with large expanses of glass that open to views in all directions around. Strong horizontal lines extend from the building into the landscape, creating large protected covered terraces of semi-tropical climate. There are also many features that make modern and elegant home, for example: the transitions between the inside and outside are seamless, the angles are right, the forms are simple and so on. The interiors are richly appointed using both native and teak wood imported from the northwest Pacific. Entertainment and private living areas are on one level, and the garage, the servants' quarters and other support spaces occupy a lower level, nestled in the hillside. {Interiors designed by Olson Kundig Architects | Photos of Benjamin Benschneider}