Interior courtyards can be found in various types of traditional architectures around the world, especially in warmer climates. They can be classified as introverted, safe, and even sacred spaces in some cultures. They can also be gathering places and, above all, provide greater contact with nature while providing light and ventilation to home interiors. To properly design these spaces and create a functional relationship between the inside of a house and its courtyard, it is important to use appropriate doors and openings. In this article we highlight 5 projects that use sliding glass doors for the seamless integration of both spaces.
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Titled "Yuan-er, a Courtyard-ology: From the Mega to the Micro", the Chinese pavilion at the 17th International Architecture Exhibition – La Biennale di Venezia answers the question of how architecture can contribute to equality, connectivity and unity by resorting to familiar Chinese residential typologies. Curated by Zhang Li, the pavilion will be on display from May 22nd to November 21st, 2021.
Structural Details As Seen in Courtyards
The distribution of natural light, improved ventilation, and the propensity to connect living spaces with the outdoors while maintaining the privacy of the inhabitants have made courtyards a go-to in architectural design around the world over the centuries.
Courtyards are characterized as outdoor or semi-outdoor spaces that are enclosed within the walls of a house or building.
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Twisting Courtyard / ARCHSTUDIO
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Architects: ARCHSTUDIO
- Area: 161 m²
- Year: 2017
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Manufacturers: Song Guochao
HS House / Saransh
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Architects: Saransh
- Area: 3600 ft²
- Year: 2020
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Professionals: 912 Consultants, Ravi Engineering Corporation
Tsingpu Yangzhou Retreat / Neri&Hu Design and Research Office
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Ten Courtyard House / Atelier ZAI
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Architects: Atelier ZAI
- Area: 280 m²
- Year: 2017
Courtyard House in the North Cashijiang / xian Architects
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Architects: xian Architects
- Area: 430 m²
- Year: 2018
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Manufacturers: A+Cafe, Flos, ming, thrudesign-ming