2005 AIA Architect's Home Tour
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Ginn Residence
Omaha, NE AIA Omaha Architect: Steven Ginn, AIA A young architect bought a 1956 Ranch house for his future bride and himself. Together, they renovated the interior on a limited budget, seeking maximum impact for minimal cost. They used an existing 12 degree skewed wall at the entry as a station point, skewing the spatial arrangement to accentuate movement through the house to make the most of its modest size. The kitchen was gutted and replaced with a “swirling caldron” plan to relate to exterior views and to visually open the space. The flooring was replaced with natural slate to absorb the sun’s rays by day and radiate heat by night. The radiating spiral of the lighting track utilizes the golden section and unifies disparate spaces. By economical use of nature’s resources while displaying a passion for the built craft, this small project satisfies the couple’s objectives within a tight space and budget. |
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Bisson Residence
Omaha, NE AIA Omaha Architect: The final touches of this 1950’s District 66 ranch home renovation include the entry carpentry and glass shelving. By acting as their own general contractor, the owners were able to meet their strict budget. The success of this house can be found in its simple, yet elegant detailing. The house is an excellent example of how a low-cost renovation project can be designed and constructed to maximize the use of existing space. |
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Anderegg Residence
Omaha, NE AIA Omaha Architect: The Anderegg Residence is designed to take full advantage of its neighborhood’s mature trees which provide comforting views and cooling shade. When remodeling their home, the owners wanted an efficient house with ample space and no functional duplications – open, free-flowing, bright and light – accessible to the southern sun and views, shaded by the trees – easy to maintain and easy to use. The entry-court is buffered from the street and northern exposure by a low cedar-clad wall, which is also a transition to the home and the office. By use of the gabled roof form and cedar shingles/trim, the house acknowledges the post World War II neighborhood in which it is located. Light is brought in from all four directions into the 36’ x 16’ main space, the heart of the home. It is the central experience – a seamless space from which everything flows. |
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Hamilton Residence
Omaha, NE AIA Omaha Architect: February 2005 marked the completion of the Hamilton Residence. The house is sited high to provide wintertime views of the Missouri River. Side-loading garages are not visible from the front of the residence. The main and upper levels are open to the lower level to create an open feeling. 68 windows are positioned throughout the residence providing expansive views. The project has created a modern residence for a 4-person family with individual spaces, allowing separation without isolation. The house takes full advantage of its wooded location by preserving existing trees and maintaining a portion of the site in its natural state. Materials and colors compliment the surroundings. |
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