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ARCHITECT Andy Neumann, Architect 888
Linden Avenue Andy
Neumann, David
Mendro, Wayne
Labrie, Mary
B. O’Neil, Mark
Shields, Peter
Carlson, Paul Franz Construction, General Contractor Ehlen
& Spiess, Inc., Lloyd
Bush, Sally
Farnum, Wayne
Covert Charlie
Starbuck, Ambrose
Meyer, Pyramid
Tile, Harley
Kelly & Tarek Neumann (Windansea Welding), Farshid
Assassi, |
The architect states that the inspiration for the design of this house arises from the powerful curve of the ocean cove and its gradual arc into the distance. In response, a gradually arcing concrete masonry wall with limestone clading forms the spine of the house and extends beyond the structure at both ends of the house leading one through the house to the ocean. The massive masonry wall is 135 feet long, three feet six inches wide and 12 feet six inches high and is clad with cluny limestone panels. This spine also serves to divide the house into two wings: public and private. Besides serving as the major design element, it serves as the main structural element supporting the floating roof. |
The jury felt that this project was opposite in almost every way in comparison to the Smith/Jewett Loft. It’s opulent, yet its value is equal to that of the loft. The jury also felt and I quote, “Although it covers the concrete block, it is very accepted. The use of rich materials is very poetic. The architect uses the opportunity of opening up to the pacific, and grabs it. The divider wall works exceptionally well, drawing one inside and out toward the ocean. The architect made sure that each room that needed a view, had one. The plan and layout is very well done, and the result is simply beautiful.” |