A perfect blend of architecture and interior design, this Florida home's cool white exterior is matched by a minimalist, monochromatic interior design that brings calm throughout the interior and exterior spaces. His 2020 new construction home, one of the best in the world, was built on a relatively small lot, just 80 feet by 80 feet. However, as architect Jeffrey Dungan explains, “Sometimes these constraints can force you to go in creative directions you never imagined.''
It was a direction that made the space truly unique and defined its aesthetic. Dungan's clients gave Dungan complete choice in the construction of their new home, not wanting to limit the creative process, but also not wanting to know what Dungan would do if the process was left alone. Needless to say, they were thrilled with the results.
“What I enjoy trying to create is a sense of history that seems to have grown over time,” Dungan explains his approach. “It’s a fusion of different styles from different eras.”
How do you design an interior that's as appealing and impressive as a home's exterior? In this case, it was a matter of bringing Atlanta-based Beth Webb on board. Webb's monochrome, organic interior plan creates a Zen-like tranquility inside and outside the home, truly complementing its stunning exterior.
Take a tour and discover how architecture and interior design work together to create balanced and beautiful living spaces here, discovering in the process that the monochromatic plan is certainly inspiring. please.
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The living room idea here is in an open plan main space, continuing the theme set by the exterior of the house. With whitewashed walls, textured concrete, and wood finishes, the sharp expanses of steel-framed glass are gently softened by the warm, organic tones of natural wood furniture.
“I think that in any good home, there has to be a dialogue between the architecture and the interior, and it has to match in some way,” says architect Dungan. “For example, consider the contrast between masculine and feminine elements. Due to the indoor-outdoor nature of this home, it was natural that many of the materials and shapes from the exterior would be incorporated into the interior. In some ways this house feels like an old ruin where someone took out the glass and made some of the interior spaces. To me, it's playful in some ways, but in some ways this architecture is a bit serious. I like the contrast between the two. I think it creates a bit of mystery as to what this actually is.”
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The working area of the kitchen is located to the rear of the main living space through an archway reminiscent of Spanish Revival homes. The kitchen idea continues the monochrome theme, with white walls, black-framed cabinets, a backsplash and a dramatic island, both made of polished marble with Asian carvings, throughout the project He had 70 slabs ordered. “The house is in a very hot climate and prone to hurricanes, so the main materials we used were concrete and stucco, but we also used other types of finishes such as tile and wood, as well as concrete. We also experimented with different ways of texture, Dungan added.
The unusual island stool is also by BD Jeffries, and its form provides another perfect Zen moment between the living room and kitchen.
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Another angle of the living room reveals the impressive textured wall behind the sofa. This wall is made of sheet-formed concrete with a lime washed finish. Beth Webb's design decisions are in perfect harmony with the exterior aesthetic, while the unusual choices of textured and organic materials elevate the monochromatic scheme and add interest and understated luxury.
The rough-hewn wooden chairs are by BD Jeffries and provide a fun contrast to the smooth marble coffee table from Sublime Original. The sofa is from Verellen, the lamp and stool are from A Tyner Antiques, and the vintage rug is from Keivan Woven Arts.
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Stair ideas are important in homes where levels are cleverly changed to make the most of a small footprint. Indoor-outdoor staircases define spaces (as in the main living room above) and are central to the architectural design.
“I thought one of the really appealing parts of this house was the way they handled the indoor and outdoor railings,” says architect Dungan. “For the interior, we created a steel and glass rail system from scratch, but the work turned out to be very complex. We made many models and prototypes. It was a unique application and It was an emotional process, but I enjoyed solving the puzzles.”
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The dark walls of the home bar area add a change of atmosphere and are perfect for this cozy and sociable space. Home bar ideas include a combination of an organic rough-hewn coffee table and a dark sofa. The wall finish is Shosugi Ban, a Japanese charred wood finish, and is just one element of the many natural materials used to good effect here.
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Similarly, home office ideas revolve around walls with a dramatic dark finish. This is balanced by a gray desk and white upholstered armchair, all by Sublime Original. Even the striking contemporary artwork by BD Jeffries sticks to an earthy, monochrome palette.
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The bedroom idea continues the color scheme of white, black, gray, and natural wood, but you can't predict anything about this dramatic space with a high vaulted ceiling of almost cathedral proportions. Although the room is quite small, the height gives it a spacious impression. The nightstand is by Sublime Original and the vintage rug is by Keivan Woven Arts. The lamp and stool are from BD Jeffries.
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It may be one of the smallest rooms in your home, but shower room ideas have the same level of detail and luxury finishes as the rest of your property. Dark veined marble lines the entire walk-in space, creating a cocoon-like effect. The steel-framed ribbed glass doors reference the architectural details of the exterior, but of course the color details (or lack thereof) champion the monochrome tones of the interior design elsewhere in the house.
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This sink and vanity alcove has a lot of attention to detail. More spectacularly veined marble forms the full countertop, while the oval shape and scalloped edges of the mirror and single Florida palm frond soften the look slightly. It's the perfect finish.
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Anyone looking for inspiration and patio ideas will be amazed by this tranquil backyard setting. Here in the first-floor courtyard, water from the second-floor infinity pool cascades down a marble slab and into a small pool beneath a floating staircase. This sculpture, effectively displayed on a whimsical diving typhoon pedestal, is by Jerry Pear & Associates.
“I wanted to offer the owners some private outdoor space via courtyards at different heights. The end result would be three terraces, each about 12 times larger than the last. ft. higher,” says architect Jeffrey Dungan. “There's a lot of movement to the experience of this home. The water spirals upward through the outdoor spaces, inviting you from one area to another.”
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This front view shows how architect Dungan enjoyed giving his new buildings a sense of history drawn from different eras, while creating unique and original homes. “In this case, we combined gothic elements with a cleaner, more understated aesthetic,” he explains. “There's also a midcentury modern element to the atmosphere, and I love the historical aspect of it.”
Architecture – Jeffrey Dungan Architects
Interior – Beth Webb
Photo – William Abranowitz