ALI RESIDENCE
The Mount Ali Residence is a contemporary architectural retreat located at the foothills of Taiwan's scenic Mount Ali. The design embodies a minimalist yet sophisticated aesthetic, with clean geometric forms that integrate harmoniously into the surrounding landscape. The residence combines sleek concrete facades, large glass windows, and lush greenery, offering an oasis of privacy and tranquility. Through its balance of modern architecture and natural elements, the Mount Ali Residence provides an elegant, comfortable living space deeply connected to its environment setting.
The Mount Ali Residence is a contemporary architectural retreat located at the foothills of Taiwan's scenic Mount Ali. The design embodies a minimalist yet sophisticated aesthetic, with clean geometric forms that integrate harmoniously into the surrounding landscape. The residence combines sleek concrete facades, large glass windows, and lush greenery, offering an oasis of privacy and tranquility. Through its balance of modern architecture and natural elements, the Mount Ali Residence provides an elegant, comfortable living space deeply connected to its environment setting.
The Mount Ali Residence is a contemporary architectural retreat located at the foothills of Taiwan's scenic Mount Ali. The design embodies a minimalist yet sophisticated aesthetic, with clean geometric forms that integrate harmoniously into the surrounding landscape. The residence combines sleek concrete facades, large glass windows, and lush greenery, offering an oasis of privacy and tranquility. Through its balance of modern architecture and natural elements, the Mount Ali Residence provides an elegant, comfortable living space deeply connected to its environment setting.
LOCATION
Mount Ali, Taiwan
Square meters
To be determined
Date
2024
Team
Eizo Studio
Eizo Studio
Challenge
The key challenge was to create a modern architectural solution that complements the rugged topography of Mount Ali while maximizing privacy, views, and natural light. The design needed to follow the natural horizontal contours of the mountain, creating a sense of flow and integration with the landscape. Balancing modern aesthetics with nature-driven design principles and ensuring minimal disruption to the environment were central challenges.
Challenge
The key challenge was to create a modern architectural solution that complements the rugged topography of Mount Ali while maximizing privacy, views, and natural light. The design needed to follow the natural horizontal contours of the mountain, creating a sense of flow and integration with the landscape. Balancing modern aesthetics with nature-driven design principles and ensuring minimal disruption to the environment were central challenges.
Challenge
The key challenge was to create a modern architectural solution that complements the rugged topography of Mount Ali while maximizing privacy, views, and natural light. The design needed to follow the natural horizontal contours of the mountain, creating a sense of flow and integration with the landscape. Balancing modern aesthetics with nature-driven design principles and ensuring minimal disruption to the environment were central challenges.
Layout
The architectural layout is inspired by the natural horizontal lines of Mount Ali’s contours. The residence features a series of low-lying, horizontal structures that mirror the mountain's layers. These structures are connected by landscaped courtyards, blending indoor and outdoor spaces. Floor-to-ceiling windows allow unobstructed views of the surrounding mountain landscape, while horizontal aluminum elements provide both privacy and visual continuity, reinforcing the concept of horizontal integration. The open-plan interiors promote a sense of space and flow, with the exterior landscape remaining an ever-present feature.
Layout
The architectural layout is inspired by the natural horizontal lines of Mount Ali’s contours. The residence features a series of low-lying, horizontal structures that mirror the mountain's layers. These structures are connected by landscaped courtyards, blending indoor and outdoor spaces. Floor-to-ceiling windows allow unobstructed views of the surrounding mountain landscape, while horizontal aluminum elements provide both privacy and visual continuity, reinforcing the concept of horizontal integration. The open-plan interiors promote a sense of space and flow, with the exterior landscape remaining an ever-present feature.
Layout
The architectural layout is inspired by the natural horizontal lines of Mount Ali’s contours. The residence features a series of low-lying, horizontal structures that mirror the mountain's layers. These structures are connected by landscaped courtyards, blending indoor and outdoor spaces. Floor-to-ceiling windows allow unobstructed views of the surrounding mountain landscape, while horizontal aluminum elements provide both privacy and visual continuity, reinforcing the concept of horizontal integration. The open-plan interiors promote a sense of space and flow, with the exterior landscape remaining an ever-present feature.
Implementation
The implementation of the Mount Ali Residence focused on sustainable materials and design. Concrete was chosen for its durability and ability to blend into the natural environment, while large glass windows offer sweeping views and enhance natural light within the home. Landscaping elements are carefully selected to integrate with the local flora, minimizing environmental disruption. The design successfully balances modern luxury with respect for the surrounding environment, creating a peaceful and secluded living retreat.
Implementation
The implementation of the Mount Ali Residence focused on sustainable materials and design. Concrete was chosen for its durability and ability to blend into the natural environment, while large glass windows offer sweeping views and enhance natural light within the home. Landscaping elements are carefully selected to integrate with the local flora, minimizing environmental disruption. The design successfully balances modern luxury with respect for the surrounding environment, creating a peaceful and secluded living retreat.
Implementation
The implementation of the Mount Ali Residence focused on sustainable materials and design. Concrete was chosen for its durability and ability to blend into the natural environment, while large glass windows offer sweeping views and enhance natural light within the home. Landscaping elements are carefully selected to integrate with the local flora, minimizing environmental disruption. The design successfully balances modern luxury with respect for the surrounding environment, creating a peaceful and secluded living retreat.