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Residential — Illinois, USA

Chicago Courtyard House
Illinois, USA

Year 2017
Area 510 m²
Status Completed
Type Private Residence
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A minimalist urban dwelling carved around light in the dense fabric of Chicago.

Location
Illinois, USA
Year
2017
Floor Area
760 m²
Budget
Confidential

Within a tight urban lot, the project introduces two internal courtyards to bring daylight deep into the plan. Concrete floors and white plaster walls provide a quiet backdrop to daily life.

A rear garden extends the living space into a private oasis shielded from neighboring buildings.

Lake Tahoe Pavilion exterior view
Design Intent

Architecture as
Quiet Presence

The house transforms constraint into spatial clarity.

01
Light Wells

Daylight penetrates all interior zones.

02
Thermal Efficiency

High-performance glazing reduces winter heat loss.

03
Spatial Economy

Compact footprint maximizes function..

2024
Wallpaper Design Award
Best Residential Interior
2024
Architectural Record
House of the Year
2024
Dezeen Award
Highly Commended — House
2024
AD100 Feature
Architectural Digest Europe