A Pattern Language

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1515 Hearthfire Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80524 | Zillow A Pattern Language, Fort Collins Co, Zillow, Home And Family, Kitchen Cabinets, Home Decor, Decoration Home, Room Decor, Cabinets
1515 Hearthfire Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80524 | Zillow
1515 Hearthfire Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80524 | Zillow
Kitchen designed by Christopher Alexander, author of the Pattern Language: soft tiles; open kitchen shelving; deep window reveals; natural wall materials; window place; sunny counter; fire; eating niche; windows on two sides Soft Tiles, Window Place, Secret Rooms, Big Windows, Upper Cabinets, Kitchen Shelves, Beautiful Kitchens, Kitchen And Bath
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Kitchen designed by Christopher Alexander, author of the Pattern Language: soft tiles; open kitchen shelving; deep window reveals; natural wall materials; window place; sunny counter; fire; eating niche; windows on two sides
76 HOUSE FOR A SMALL FAMILY- Give the house three distinct parts: a realm for parents, a realm for the children, and a common area. Conceive these three realms as roughly similar in size, with the commons the largest. Trying To Get Pregnant, Apl, Common Area, Christopher, Alexander, Floor Plans, Principles, Family
76 HOUSE FOR A SMALL FAMILY
76 HOUSE FOR A SMALL FAMILY- Give the house three distinct parts: a realm for parents, a realm for the children, and a common area. Conceive these three realms as roughly similar in size, with the commons the largest.
Gary Zuker used Alexander's book 'A Pattern Language' to design his home [more pictures and video at www.naturalhomes.org/timeline/garyzuker.htm] incorporating 118 of the 253 patterns in the book. Gary also suggested a few of his own patterns like, "You can't build something beautiful if your mind is on the clock". The house is built using clay, straw, stone and roundwood. Cob Building, Building A House, Green Building, Style At Home, Casa Dos Hobbits, My Dream Home, Dream House, Straw Bale House, Storybook Homes
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Gary Zuker used Alexander's book 'A Pattern Language' to design his home [more pictures and video at www.naturalhomes.org/timeline/garyzuker.htm] incorporating 118 of the 253 patterns in the book. Gary also suggested a few of his own patterns like, "You can't build something beautiful if your mind is on the clock". The house is built using clay, straw, stone and roundwood.
After putting in the foundation of my tiny house, I froze and didn't know how/what to build next.  I heard of a book called Way of Timeless Building and it was exactly what I needed.  I researched the architect/philosopher who wrote it (Christopher Alexander) and found this little nook of his creation... 70s Interior, Interior Design, Living Room Sofa, Living Spaces, Captains Quarters, Building A Tiny House, Natural Homes, Comfy Sofa, Mini House
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After putting in the foundation of my tiny house, I froze and didn't know how/what to build next. I heard of a book called Way of Timeless Building and it was exactly what I needed. I researched the architect/philosopher who wrote it (Christopher Alexander) and found this little nook of his creation...
This is pattern No.109, ‘Long Thin House’. The shape of a house affects the privacy and well-being people can find in it. Alexander, author of ‘A Pattern Language’, cites research that shows overcrowding in a home can cause psychological distress. More at www.naturalhomes.org/timeline/pattern109.htm Tower Building, Construction Cost, Natural Living, House Colors, Curb Appeal, Tints
Pattern No.109: Long Thin House
This is pattern No.109, ‘Long Thin House’. The shape of a house affects the privacy and well-being people can find in it. Alexander, author of ‘A Pattern Language’, cites research that shows overcrowding in a home can cause psychological distress. More at www.naturalhomes.org/timeline/pattern109.htm
The Sala House - by Christopher Alexander - loved it! very special! Common Room, Bed And Breakfast, Home Projects, Dining Area, Home Kitchens, Concept Design
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The Sala House - by Christopher Alexander - loved it! very special!
Christopher Alexander, Medlock House Tadelakt, Ranch Style Home, Interior Decorating, Cozy Nook, Small Places
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Christopher Alexander, Medlock House
organic bermed home built by Simon Dale in Wales, demonstrates "Sheltering Roof", ‘Entrance Transition’, 'House for a Small Family', ‘Connection to the Earth’, 'Roof Garden', 'Building Edge' & 'Garden Growing Wild' Casa Do Hobbit, The Hobbit, Hobbit Hotel, Hobbit Land, Hobbit Feet, Sheltered Housing, Woodland House, Earth Sheltered, Cob Houses
The Sheltering Roof
organic bermed home built by Simon Dale in Wales, demonstrates "Sheltering Roof", ‘Entrance Transition’, 'House for a Small Family', ‘Connection to the Earth’, 'Roof Garden', 'Building Edge' & 'Garden Growing Wild'
The Sala House - by Christopher Alexander - loved it! Window Chair, Home Board, Natural Building, Book Nooks, Urban Design
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The Sala House - by Christopher Alexander - loved it!
The Sala House - by Christopher Alexander - loved it! very special! Egan, Corner Bathtub, Modern Architecture, Bathing
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The Sala House - by Christopher Alexander - loved it! very special!
'Light on two sides' is in fact an architectural principle that is covered in great detail in the book 'A Pattern Language' by Christopher Alexander. 'A Pattern Language' discusses plans for building that are based on natural considerations, one of which is natural light. Alexander conducted studies and found that people feel the most comfortable in rooms that have windows on at least two different sides of the room, and find rooms like these to be more pleasant and choose them over rooms (in the same house) that have windows on only one side or no windows at all. from Things That Inspire blog. Beautiful Houses Interior, House Interior, Living Area, Transitional Living Rooms, Transitional Decor, Atlanta Homes, Furniture Arrangement
Light on Two Sides
'Light on two sides' is in fact an architectural principle that is covered in great detail in the book 'A Pattern Language' by Christopher Alexander. 'A Pattern Language' discusses plans for building that are based on natural considerations, one of which is natural light. Alexander conducted studies and found that people feel the most comfortable in rooms that have windows on at least two different sides of the room, and find rooms like these to be more pleasant and choose them over rooms (in the same house) that have windows on only one side or no windows at all. from Things That Inspire blog.
"Conflict: Bedrooms make no sense.  Resolution: Don't put single beds in empty rooms called bedrooms, but instead put individual bed alcoves off rooms with other nonsleeping functions, so the bed itself becomes a tiny private haven." - Christopher Alexander in "A Pattern Language."    This is exactly what I have been thinking for years! Alcove Bed, Bed Nook, Bed Design, House Design, Cinder Block Walls, Cinder Blocks, Basement House, Basement Studio
A Pattern Language on Bed Alcoves
"Conflict: Bedrooms make no sense. Resolution: Don't put single beds in empty rooms called bedrooms, but instead put individual bed alcoves off rooms with other nonsleeping functions, so the bed itself becomes a tiny private haven." - Christopher Alexander in "A Pattern Language." This is exactly what I have been thinking for years!