sow design

rockerman residence

type: residential site: coconut grove, florida involvement phase: design development

+ sow design studio is a multidisciplinary collective of architects,designers and artists with over 20 years of experience + we’re a nimble team across two countries with an ambitious vision and an open mind

project description: the house sits on a small site wedged between a cul-de-sac to the east side and a canal leading to biscayne bay to the west.as the area is prone to flooding, we lifted all the program 12’-0” above grade and created an open garden area connecting the front side of the property to the canal in the back.the complex site form had a strong influence on the architectural solution for the house, which consists of a curved wall articulated through the use of exposed concrete and wood louvers to control daylight. to further strengthen the connection with the surroundings, the interior spaces implement a palette of natural materials and emphasize views towards the park, canal, and biscayne bay.