Searl Lamaster Howe Architects

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Searl Lamaster Howe Architects
8 Reviews

Oakley Residence

Project Year: 2023
Project Cost: $500,001 - $750,000
Country: United States
a lounge, dry bar, and designer kitchen share a view to the dining courtyard under the sweeping span of the existing bowtrusses
Oakley Residence
A firepit, dining table, and grill are surrounded by native plantings in the dining courtyard, bringing a private green space into the urban setting. The storefront glazing and expansive double doors between the bowtruss space and courtyard invites mingling and fresh air that connects the two.
Oakley Residence
The seating area and dining space enjoy a view into the bowtruss space beyond through a large masonry opening that once divided the home into two single family units. Tall appliances serving the kitchen are on the other side of the wood paneled art wall that is a backdrop to the dining table. A...
Oakley Residence
An extended view of the primary suite hall next to the courtyard brings in light and nature to the minimal palette. The wood baffles above tie in burnished oak from the entry foyer, primary bedroom headboard, and kitchen, concealing linear lighting, integrating existing beams, and adding warmth to...
Oakley Residence
Entering through the west courtyard, greeted by a water feature, one decompresses from the busyness of the city into a calm space. The foyer offers ample coat storage behind the tambour panels, and the guest bedroom door, when closed, completes the millwork wall. Burnished oak beams above match...
Oakley Residence
The primary bath borrows views from the courtyard across the primary hall. Shades may be lowered for privacy. The textured tile wall behind the tub is grazed by cove lighting above and flanked by glass doors to the shower and water closet. The vanity also plays with texture, featuring a matte...
Oakley Residence
A direct vent fireplace anchors the lounge, surrounded by plaster volumes built out to allow for a concealed TV within, a backdrop for art, and ledges at varying heights for display. The lounge is served by a dry bar with storage for glasses and liquor, and a beverage refrigerator. Lights above...
Oakley Residence
This unique home stands out among the surrounding Chicago lot homes. Its concrete block exterior contains four distinct courtyards, a steel frame structure now joined to the adjacent bowtruss space, and a stand alone coach house.
Oakley Residence
An avid music enthusiast, the owner needed a space tucked away from the open spaces and high ceilings throughout the home for a dedicated music room. The millwork is a mix of open cubbies for albums and drawers for miscellaneous items. The wall sconces with chrome centers are nods to the album...
Oakley Residence
Dubbed the Pine Courtyard, the space between the bowtruss volume and coach house celebrates the tree within. It is also enjoyed by the primary bedroom beyond, which centers on the opening between the two courtyards. A large beam was removed from the garage within the coach house, segmented and...
Oakley Residence
A mix of brick, and smooth and cleft concrete block, the entire property is surrounded by masonry. Glimpses of trees through openings and above reveal the courtyards within. The existing material was stained to unify and clean the facade, converting the red brick that appears within the home to a...
Oakley Residence