Comments on: The Chestnut Residence by Dan Heinfeld

By: Slambert

Slambert — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 15:47:55 +0000

…and I’m sorry but if you want to talk about sustainablity then acknowledge the fact that a system that minimizes power use by turning off unused lights would I believe impact more on continuing environmental impact than most so called sustaibable buildings! (I back this up by studies that have found that if everyone in Sydney Australia turned off their appliences at the plug then we could shut down ONE power station in the region!).

By: Slambert

Slambert — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 15:40:06 +0000

I’m sorry Alex but what has size got to do with anything???? Who says that people have to live in minimalist boxes….. I say if the space is available and it can be utailised in a sustainable or at the very least a “semi” sustainable way then good on ya! In an urban setting sure, size is an issue, and to needlessly take up too much is very “bourgois”, but in an environment where this is not an issue EFFECTIVE use of space in design is paramount.
Architecture should equally encompass environment/sustainability and mood in regards to space/shape/form/function… Its equally valid to create a space in which the inhabitant is open to environmental change as it is to create a space that is environentally sound…. obviously the synthesis of both is the ideal!

By: alex

alex — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 14:49:48 +0000

beautiful yes, but you’ve got to be kidding, its a huge house for three people with a ton of wasted space, what’s the point? aesthetic quality? great. a space can still be beautiful and open without having 100 square feet of floor space for your sofa.

By: Tim Kilpert

Tim Kilpert — Tue, 26 May 2009 13:40:15 +0000

This student has become a master. The Master F.L.W. would be proud. VERY proud!

By: Alberto Chavarria

Alberto Chavarria — Sun, 26 Apr 2009 01:37:31 +0000

It is a very nice house! I love the use of the light, the wood and how the designer use the living,kitchen in a really nice open space.

By: Amanda

Amanda — Thu, 09 Apr 2009 03:59:00 +0000

I loved everything I saw, especially getting to read about the environmental benefits, or should I say environmental awareness? I would’ve loved to see pictures of what the bedrooms/bathrooms look like. With all that wood & a modern look, you definitely pull off a great look while still looking reasonably like a family can live there. Great job!

By: j

Thu, 09 Apr 2009 01:48:49 +0000

this is a beautiful house. i think it is amazing that something like this can be built using recyled materials and environment-friendly materials as well as incorporating air flow, sunlight etc. this is a great example of what is possible even now

By: ryguy

ryguy — Mon, 06 Apr 2009 19:01:15 +0000

The heating and cooling argument is not valid since it explains above how the house is designed to make use of breezes to reduce those costs, it also says it uses that same concept to lower costs due to lighting. As for John Forde, you are clearly one of those people who will never be satisfied with anything and has some smug remark to say about everything. Your slums comment is not an argument, I am not a conservationist and environment Nazi but if I were this is what I would require rich people to do in their homes, what more could you ask for that is quasi-reasonable? I am sure you got something.

By: John Forde

John Forde — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 22:22:39 +0000

Would someone please define ‘sustainable’? Is this house sustainable enough for every one in the world to be able to have one without comprimising the resources of future generations. Give me a break. Go live in the slums for a year and learn about the real world mate.

By: woundedduck

woundedduck — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 22:51:09 +0000

Another McModern mansion, that’s built to house, what, three people? If the architect wants to be “sustainable,” why doesn’t he knock the square footage down to 2000 from 5000 and save all the wasted energy on heating and cooling?

By: BANJAXED

BANJAXED — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 03:57:50 +0000

Man , Talk about a dream home, everything looks organized but it does have a big aura of coziness

By: aidan

aidan — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 02:34:06 +0000

whoa! nice house! i loved the living room and the hallway. great!

By: Speedmaster

Speedmaster — Sun, 30 Nov 2008 17:32:32 +0000

Absolutely fantastic! I love the staircase and view form the loft.

By: alexandre

alexandre — Sat, 29 Nov 2008 20:55:16 +0000

oooh wood, i love wood. i loooved that loooooong hallway… everything! only the pool i would wish to be a little larger…