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House on the Park: Reviving Chicago’s Italianate Elegance

Spacious modern kitchen with exposed brick walls, built-in seating, and white minimalist furniture.

Step into the House on the Park, a beautifully restored residence in Wicker Park, Chicago, designed by Studio Dwell Architects in 2023. This single-family home masterfully combines Italianate historical charm with modern design elements. A large open floor plan filled with natural light highlights white oak accents and original brick walls, making it a perfect haven for a young family.

House 1909: Integrating Metal Clad Boxes for Chic Living

Modern three-story black residential building sandwiched between traditional brick houses.

Discover House 1909 in Chicago, IL, designed by Studio Dwell Architects in 2021. This innovative residence stands out in the Bucktown neighborhood with its series of stacked metal clad boxes, incorporating a blend of public and private spaces, and green terraces. Featuring full-height glass walls, cantilevered floors for natural shade, and landscaped terraces, this house redefines modern living with its unique approach to design and spatial utilization.

Hermitage Residence by Studio Dwell Architects

Hermitage Residence by Studio Dwell Architects

Welcome to the Hermitage Residence, an architectural marvel located in the heart of Bucktown, Chicago. This exquisite house was carefully redesigned in 2020 by Studio Dwell Architects, a design firm renowned for their contemporary aesthetics.

Nestled in a district known for its creative energy and innovative spirit, this residence effortlessly blends into its urban surroundings while standing out with its unique design elements. The home’s exterior is a testament to balance and contrast, featuring a dark zinc clad rectangular structure carved to allow the permeation of natural light, elegantly complemented by a lighter brick volume that seemingly floats above a beautifully landscaped relief region. The interior spaces, designed for both private and public use, welcome the outdoors in, creating a perfect harmony between functionality, design, and nature.

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