Paris / NY based architects PLANDA designed this house based on the cover of Cross, the album by the french band Justice, by inserting a residential program on the iconic shape of the Cross. The Cross is placed on a cliff at Santa Catalina island, California.
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Justice – Cross, album cover
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Great video. It seems that architects never give up their dream of becoming rockstars. I’m guessing this is conceptual because I have a tough time believing that L.A. County Code would allow that massive cantilever.
I like it.
Absolute lack of innovation.
Why not a house in the form of the David’s star, of the Islamic Croissant.
It is very easy to put a house in any shape (and it has been done enough).
What’s the point of this one?
I don’t see any quality there sorry.
I agree with Smith, there should be a reason for the form, just too religonous.
the scale of the model, when put on the cape, it is too big, in the existing environment.
Le culte de l’object.
Architecture based on symbolism…
not a fan
The video is so good, that nearly makes this good architecture.
Other than the fact that it brings to mind the famous Csa Malaparte house (1937) by Adalberto Libera on the island of Capri I don’t see anything of substance to this project.
Too much hype over a religious symbol and the notion of the isolated house on the edge of a cliff…
More than a religious symbol, it´s just a tribute over the Justice icon – a very well known french electro duo.
what is the name of the song during the video??? pleaselet me know if sy knows
you all are being ridiculous. as architects we build what the client asks for. if the client wants a home to fit into the symbol for “Justice” or the Holy Cross or the Star of David or the Crossing Swords of Saudi Arabia… what have you, and they’re paying top dollar for it – I have little faith any of you would decline. From what is visible, it looks like a decent solution for the plan albeit agreed a bit out of scale and even better… a great induction to the site to hide the fact that it is one giant cross. A truly smooth move of architecture to appease both the client and the architect.
heres a shocker… the song is called Justice – by Genesis.
This building is very interesting though. It makes you wonder what is good architecture because it seems like such a beautiful building and so well done. It is simple, functional, and aesthetically pleasing.
But, is it worth looking past the crucifix form? I mean, it really limits what type of people will live in this building in the future (certainly not any non-catholics). Though it seems like it could be very popular amongst catholics.
Unfortunalty, It also seems like one of those kitsch buildings you see when your grandpa forwards you the list of the “50 wackiest homes”.
the song is Genises
its by the parisian group, Justice.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ThKNt-GY1ww
The above comments are evidence, if ever any was needed, that far too many lazy people never read the text that comes along with these articles before posting their views. Also that architects are by and large COMPLETELY humourless and that their knowledge of contemporary music, and by extension taste, sucks :D.
Juus-tiiice!
This is one of those lame, pointless projects that come by once in awhile on architectural weblogs. What I don’t understand is why ArchDaily, a well-respected blog in my opinion, would let something like this showcased alongside with many decent projects.
The firm’s work from their website isn’t as exciting either; it reminds me of an undergrad student’s portfolio.
HORRIBLE, in fact this is quite offensive in so many ways. It offends the profession, religion and the environment. the concept is alarmingly trivial!! How can this “office” practice as architects and how do they got their diploma. i hereby ask the administrators to delete this post from the blog, just out of respect towards the profession of the Architects.
I mean, really, i’ m speechless!!
I’m surprised that so many responders here are COMPLETELY missing the point.
Ok, so it might not be the most innovative building architecturally, but if you are at all familiar with Justice (the French group), this is a fun “tribute”.
Not meant to be a religious “slap in the face” at all..
The band is quite controversial, and so is this design.
http://www.time.com/time/arts/article/0,8599,1807724,00.html
“Art is meant to disturb. Science reassures.”
- Georges Braque
What has a Fan (or Fun) Tribute to do with Architecture? I mean, are you serious?
Lets leave the tributes to (mediocre) bands to concerts, tshirts etc.!
So this is your argument: No it is not a cross , its from a cover design with a cross on it!
Also if it isnt meant as a religious “slap in the face” you cannot deny the symbolic associations that a building can produce. The author should be aware of that. An architect has also a social responsability.
I wouldnt declare this childish thing here even a design!
George Braque would turn over in his grave for being quoted in such a context!
More pictures!
http://www.fubiz.net/blog/index.php?2009/01/05/2569-justice-house
Architects, get over yourselves and have some fun like these guys.
-Love,
Product Designer
God bless JUSTICE. God bless PLANDA.
Please people, as oreo18 already said: have some fun! Don’t take everything too serious! Once in a while we’re still the little kids, playing around with Lego or models. And once in a while we feel the same as the rock stars like Justice.
I want one too, but can they design me one that’s upside-down?
You design what you are told to design, architecture is not for stroking an architects ego. A client wants a house based on an album cover and you design it because that’s the job. Despite the fact that it’s silly and not particularly innovative, this is a fun design. Remember fun?
envy any one?
cummon forget the band, forget the cross, forget religion,
aint that perched structure attractive? who has never dreamt of building such a structure in such a marvelous location? …while at the same time hearing some innovative music. btw who are ‘Justice’?
and oh…no i wouldn’t live in a cross.
Surly this is P.R for Justice and will never happen, let’s hope..
“you design what you are told to design” are you serious? oh, my god!
oh, sorry i should laugh here, because it is all just fun and humour.
Very interesting video and so is the work……..
I think it’s cool!
Simple Living Quaters.
– Jules.
“boring” shape, useless, masturbation video, and crappy music band
-product/toy/transportation designer- (us$85,000 monthly salary)
(lol, why ppl have to sign their position?, does it give more credibility to what they say?)
This is a great and fun to watch, Gas and Xav loved it.If you check the website, Planda did some very interesting projects. Bien ouej Juju! 2R1S for ever.
Thanks god they aren’t fan of “the artist formerly known as prince”
OK, here’s my plan. lots of crucifix houses and buildings all over the world, so you would remember, that therefore I exist. please. :(
http://www.dezeen.com/2009/04/28/%E2%80%A8new-tamayo-museum-by-rojkind-arquitectos-and-big/#more-29549
cruciform is hip again
http://www.sgroh.net/?p=411
I thought the building was okay until I saw the site it was on, then I thought that the long end piece would be great! I’m not sure why people say that this is a poor design, it’s simple, and makes a lot of sense. Why can’t buildings that are simple and make sense be considered good architecturally anymore? I don’t understand half the comments and arguments you people make anymore. I think whoever up top who commented on the cantilever being conceptual cause of code was right, but if this is conceptual, I think it is great.
Stop complicating everything! Anyone of you would live in that house!
I love it.
It’s justice’s house not architect’s.
I don’t like wasting agument.
definitely, I’m a architect.
5:17 AM Dec 3rd
Una banda con imagen de ALTO IMPATO http://t.co/YS6MR91 via @archdaily
3:26 AM Aug 3rd
Genesis House, “Palais de Justice” by PLANDA http://t.co/ZvPMASm // una casa inspirada en la portada del disco Cross del dúo francés Justice