Desert Haven
Completed
“Desert Haven” is a 3-story residence located in a prestigious Las Vegas neighborhood. The site is within a private, gated community characterized by uniform lots and typical subdivision restrictions. The property is a corner lot with the community clubhouse directly in front of it. This setting necessitated a design that balances family privacy with the openness required to welcome natural sunlight and breeze.
Our client’s brief was straightforward: they prioritized functional spaces that fit both the lot and budget, leaving the creative design solution to us.
The design embodies contemporary Southwestern architecture, incorporating elements suited to the desert climate while reflecting local vernacular. The house draws inspiration from traditional sun-shading devices, adapted to create a modern interpretation that offers both protection and aesthetic appeal.
This device controls the amount of the daylight, allows natural ventilation, while providing privacy and security. The main spaces are oriented toward the north, while the lanai and garden is located on the north-east, for the morning sun. All bedrooms have a “sibi”, to lessen the heat and diffuse the glare of sunlight.
The house is accessed through a concrete pathwalk surrounded by tropical landscaping. Vegetation surrounds the house with a gabion fence bordering the property. Inside the galvanized steel gabions are Limestones. The ground floor has an open-planned common areas. The lanai is connected to these common areas, and serves as an extension of the space. All wood doors and accent wall panel found inside the house follow the same wood strip design, simulating the wood sun-shading devices of the exterior. The idea is to bring inside the exterior design, showing not only the spatial relationship, but visual connections as well. The palette of the interior is neutral, with accents of wood. The furnishings and accessories are minimal to have a relaxed ambience, and to avoid unnecessary clutter. The stair connects the main spaces to the private rooms, while acting as a stack that allow air flow and cross ventilation. The motorized windows on the stairs acts as exhaust for hot air. It also has a skylight with UV film, showering the stairs with sunlight. The stair treads are made of solid Oak wood, supported by tubular steel stair stringers. The Oak handrail is supported by Copper balusters that will change its patina as the house ages. The design of the stairs reflects the openness and porosity of the house, while distributing sunlight to the common areas. Private spaces are located in the upper floors with balcony on the 3rd floor, which serves as an intimate space for the family. Operable wood louvers separate the family room to the stairs, with an option to control the amount of sunlight.
The design of the house drew inspiration from the “bahay-kubo’s sibi,” originally conceived as an extension of the roof to shield openings.
The fence is crafted from a surplus of crushed limestone, encased within galvanized steel gabions.
Copper railings were chosen to naturally age and develop a distinctive patina, providing a striking contrast to the refined oak wood handrail and steps.
The open design of the stairs ingeniously allows natural daylight to filter in from the skylight positioned overhead.
Operable wood louvers discreetly divide the family room from the stairs, offering the flexibility to regulate the stream of sunlight according to preference.
Desert Haven is an example of how basic architectural concepts can be drawn from early Southwestern design origins and evolved to meet modern requirements and aesthetics. Through a clear understanding of architecture and planning, as well as a respectful homage to regional roots, Visionary Creations has demonstrated their expertise in creating a residence that is both stunning and understated. The design focuses on the necessities of its end users without compromising on identity and artistry.
Desert Haven
Completed
“Desert Haven” is a 3-story residence located in a prestigious Las Vegas neighborhood. The site is within a private, gated community characterized by uniform lots and typical subdivision restrictions. The property is a corner lot with the community clubhouse directly in front of it. This setting necessitated a design that balances family privacy with the openness required to welcome natural sunlight and breeze.
Our client’s brief was straightforward: they prioritized functional spaces that fit both the lot and budget, leaving the creative design solution to us.
The design embodies contemporary Southwestern architecture, incorporating elements suited to the desert climate while reflecting local vernacular. The house draws inspiration from traditional sun-shading devices, adapted to create a modern interpretation that offers both protection and aesthetic appeal.
This device controls the amount of the daylight, allows natural ventilation, while providing privacy and security. The main spaces are oriented toward the north, while the lanai and garden is located on the north-east, for the morning sun. All bedrooms have a “sibi”, to lessen the heat and diffuse the glare of sunlight.
The house is accessed through a concrete pathwalk surrounded by tropical landscaping. Vegetation surrounds the house with a gabion fence bordering the property. Inside the galvanized steel gabions are Limestones. The ground floor has an open-planned common areas. The lanai is connected to these common areas, and serves as an extension of the space. All wood doors and accent wall panel found inside the house follow the same wood strip design, simulating the wood sun-shading devices of the exterior. The idea is to bring inside the exterior design, showing not only the spatial relationship, but visual connections as well. The palette of the interior is neutral, with accents of wood. The furnishings and accessories are minimal to have a relaxed ambience, and to avoid unnecessary clutter. The stair connects the main spaces to the private rooms, while acting as a stack that allow air flow and cross ventilation. The motorized windows on the stairs acts as exhaust for hot air. It also has a skylight with UV film, showering the stairs with sunlight. The stair treads are made of solid Oak wood, supported by tubular steel stair stringers. The Oak handrail is supported by Copper balusters that will change its patina as the house ages. The design of the stairs reflects the openness and porosity of the house, while distributing sunlight to the common areas. Private spaces are located in the upper floors with balcony on the 3rd floor, which serves as an intimate space for the family. Operable wood louvers separate the family room to the stairs, with an option to control the amount of sunlight.
Desert Haven is an example of how basic architectural concepts can be drawn from early Southwestern design origins and evolved to meet modern requirements and aesthetics. Through a clear understanding of architecture and planning, as well as a respectful homage to regional roots, Visionary Creations has demonstrated their expertise in creating a residence that is both stunning and understated. The design focuses on the necessities of its end users without compromising on identity and artistry.