The Louver House

Project Calvin

Typology:

Four-bedroom duplex with BQ and Pent-floor Master Suite

Location:

Confidential

Project Introduction

The Louver House is more than just a home; it’s a quiet expression of elegance, space, and comfort. Designed as a four-bedroom duplex for a modern family, it gently combines beauty with practicality; welcoming you with clean lines, soft transitions, and an atmosphere that feels both calm and intentional.

There’s a rhythm to this house; how light moves through it, how air flows, how each space opens up just enough without giving too much away. With a separate BQ for privacy and a master suite perched peacefully on the pent floor, the home was created for those who want to live fully, yet quietly.

It’s a place to return to at the end of the day and breathe easy.

Architectural Approach

At first glance, the architecture stands out for its simplicity; but step closer, you’ll notice the layers; the vertical louvers casting dancing shadows across the façade; the sharp edges softened by plants reaching through timber slats; and the way the home balances openness with privacy.

We designed The Louver House to celebrate light and air; full-height windows invite the outside in, while the louvered façade shields interiors from heat and prying eyes. Every wall, every corner, was placed with a purpose; to guide movement, frame views, and create quiet pockets of comfort.

The decision to place the master suite on the pent floor was deliberate; it’s more than a room; it’s a retreat. Elevated, peaceful, and private, it gives the homeowners a space that feels like a world of its own.

The BQ is subtly tucked away, accessible without interfering with the flow of the main house; respecting boundaries while still feeling part of the whole.

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Material Specification

The materials were chosen with care; for how they look, how they feel, and how they age.

White render wraps the exterior in clean simplicity; timber-effect aluminum louvers bring warmth and softness to the façade; dark concrete panels ground the home with quiet strength; and a soft, olive-green ceiling beneath the cantilevered pent roof adds a surprising but gentle pop of character.

We used slim-framed glazing to invite in light without distraction; frameless glass railings to maintain clean sightlines; and carefully integrated lighting that lets the home glow softly at night, without needing to shout.

The garden follows the same language; modest, low-maintenance, and purposeful. The Plants aren’t just decorative; they’re part of the architecture, tucked into balconies, trailing through louvered frames, softening every edge.

Final Note

The Louver House was designed for families who appreciate the quiet luxury of space, light, and intention; it’s not loud, but it speaks clearly. It’s not complex, but it’s deeply thoughtful.

And for the people who will one day call it home, it’s not just a house: it’s a feeling.