Glazing Vision provided access skylights to quadruple house projects in California, with Architects and KAP Studios providing expert-level design considerations for these modern homes.
Four Glazing Vision Three Wall Box Skylights were specified on four modern new build homes in the heart of Los Angeles which have provided the clients with access to the terrace which would have otherwise not been possible. The Three Wall Box Skylights fit perfectly with the modern aesthetic and were chosen to not only give access to the roof deck, but to also increase the amount of natural daylight entering each home.
“We think the finished skylights look great as crowns to each of our buildings. They will be a nice addition to these homes and hopefully inspire developers and homeowners to spread the word throughout Southern California regarding the benefits of the skylights too!” – Michael Wilson-Katsibas, Partner, KAP Studios
Following the demolition of the existing 1200 sq. ft bungalow, the remaining site was still relatively cramped considering the bungalow was being replaced by four new dwellings. In order to provide enough living space and retain the beautiful views of the Los Angeles skyline, KAP Studios had to come up with a creative solution to achieve their brief.
To make the most of the small 8,400 sq. ft plot, KAP Studios incorporated a basement and terrace area into each home, transforming the buildings from two stories to four stories, which helped unlock the full potential of these beautiful homes in Culver City.
Starting from the ground up, the basement is partially sunk beneath the sidewalk. It accommodates two parking spaces, meaning more space has been granted to the ground-level garden area. This gives each home its own private backyard instead of a less visually impressive driveway. It also includes a pantry and wine store to round off the basement area. A primary bedroom occupies the second floor with a balcony overlooking a collection of beautiful LA properties.
The east side of the bedroom houses an equally impressive bathroom, making it the second master bedroom in the homes. The terraces of each building are by far the most unique feature of the homes. With over 20 years of experience in roof deck access skylights, Glazing Vision was engaged to help with this important part of the project. Operated by the touch of a button, our Three Wall Box Skylights were affixed to the existing building structures at the back and either end. The skylight takes up only 170 square feet on top of the roof, leaving the client with a vast amount of additional living space that can be utilized all year round. Our skylights come with a no leak guarantee and are installed by our very own expert installation team.
“We wanted to both feature the stairs as light shafts to illuminate the interior spaces throughout the day with the California sunlight as well as allow for seamless roof deck access for the future residents.” – Michael Wilson-Katsibas, Partner, KAP Studios.
Our Three Wall Box Skylights are a perfect example of how Glazing Vision can help you utilize your roof deck space whilst providing your home with additional natural daylight through our window solutions.
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