Bugg House

Architect: Kenneth E Hobgood, architects ()

Location: Durham, North Carolina

100 Word Description: Located in a heavily wooded eight-acre site, this modern, minimalist residence is organized as a series of four pavilions, each with specific functions, which are connected by glass-walled interior corridors and exterior walkways.  The placement ot the pavilions on the site was informed by how each could capitalize on natural light and views.  The core elements of the house-kitchen, bathrooms, garage and storage spaces-are contained within cast-in place concrete volumes that provide textural contrast to the glass and white oak woodwork.

Architect’s Statement: This 4500 square foot residence faces a stream to the north.  The house sits comfortably within the forest and provides constant visual connection to the natural surroundings.  The design’s rigorous geometric order and an abundance of glass at each pavilion allow panoramic views of the outdoors.  The design’s organization creates a central entrance courtyard where concrete ‘stepping stones’ lead through the courtyard and into the glass and concrete foyer.  The glass-fronted formal living/dining room overlooks the stream.  To the left of this space is the volume containing the state-of-the-art kitchen and more informal living area.  This is terminated by a large screen porch with a fireplace.

Type of Construction: Poured in Place ConcreteEastern White CedarAluminum Window SysyemWhite OakTravertineSwiss Pearl Composite Panels

Photography: 2014 Allen Weiss