Jazz House
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Location:
Lakewood, Colorado
Square Footage:
Conditioned Area: 3,015 SF
Garage Area: 621 SF
Year Completed:
2015
In 2014, F9 Productions was commissioned to design a modern home in Lakewood, Colorado, for a pair of army veterans—one a doctor and the other a jazz musician. Due to service-connected injuries, one of the clients had extensive degenerative joint disease, necessitating a home that accommodates limited mobility, including low barrier thresholds and an adaptable floor plan for a future elevator. The chosen site, a unique triangle-shaped lot with challenging setbacks, added complexity to the design.
Client Drivers & Unique Features:
- Accessibility: The design prioritizes accessibility to accommodate the client’s limited mobility. Features include low barrier thresholds and provisions for a future elevator.
- Urban Context: The property is located within an urban context and close to public transportation in the Denver Metro area, ensuring access to transportation and occupational opportunities.
- Unique Site Utilization: The triangular lot with overbearing setbacks was transformed into an advantage, with an elongated building design that optimizes sunlight. The design allows for winter sun while blocking harsh summer sun.
Architectural Features:
- Elongated Building: The building’s shape maximizes the challenging lot, creating light-filled and architecturally clean modern spaces.
- Material Palette: Modern materials and design elements create a cohesive and visually appealing home.
- Private Jazz Studio: A dedicated jazz studio provides a private space for the musician client, catering to their professional needs.
Interior Design:
- Spacious Layout: The home features four bedrooms and three bathrooms, providing ample living space.
- Natural Light: Large windows and the building’s orientation ensure abundant natural light throughout the home.
- Functional Spaces: The design includes a mix of private and communal areas, including a jazz studio, ensuring the home meets the diverse needs of its residents.
Construction Type:
- Modern Construction: Utilizing modern construction techniques and materials, the home is both functional and durable.
Design Challenges:
- Triangle-Shaped Lot: The unique lot shape and setbacks required innovative design solutions to maximize the buildable area.
- Accessibility Needs: Ensuring the home was fully accessible required thoughtful design elements, such as adaptable floor plans and low barrier thresholds.
The Jazz House by Denver Architects, F9 Productions is a prime example of how modern architecture can meet specific client needs while overcoming site challenges. The result is a functional, accessible, and aesthetically pleasing home that supports the daily living and professional activities of its residents.
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Site
Huge setbacks limited the buildable area of the already difficult triangle lot. Turning this into an advantage, the elongated building lets in the winter sun, and blocks the harsh summer sun.
