Gold Winner of the Houzee Awards 2023
Architect / Designer:
Daniel Joseph Chenin, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP BD+C
Studio:
Daniel Joseph Chenin, Ltd.
Design Team:
Alberto Sanchez
Eric Weeks
Esther Chung
Copyright:
Daniel Joseph Chenin, Ltd.
Country:
United States
Sitting at an elevation of 2,995 feet with panoramic views of the Las Vegas Valley, M20 is a private residence nestled in the Nevada desert. The design for this custom residence seeks to create sculptural and experiential spaces without compromising orthogonal efficiency. Experimenting with a dissection of mass coupled with pushing and pulling of forms, the resulting exterior is angular and bold, with sharp edges and clean lines. The long and low-slung roofline mimics the horizontality of the surrounding desert plateaus. The chamfered wall detailing surrounding the glazed openings provide protected access to views, light, and airflow.
The home is a collection of spaces programmatically organized around a courtyard with wall-to-wall glass, which enhances the presence of natural light throughout, eliminating the need for artificial lighting during daylight hours. A study in spatial efficiency, every room is carefully calibrated to maximize usable space, with hidden storage solutions and clever built-ins to achieve a minimalist aesthetic without sacrificing functionality and comfort.
The architectural and interior material palette is curated and restrained. The stone façade is compatible with the surrounding desert and is punctuated by COR-TEN steel inspired by the rust tones of the adjacent Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area. Polished concrete flooring, natural wood, and tactile textured surfaces create a calming interior that allow the eclectic furnishings and artwork take center stage.
Daniel Joseph Chenin, Ltd.
Established in 2014, Daniel Joseph Chenin, Ltd. is a multi-disciplinary design studio with an integrated approach that blurs the lines between design disciplines and project typologies. Pushing beyond the boundaries of the conventional process that separates architecture from interior design and exterior environments, our approach has been honed across more than two decades in practice to deliver a unique singularity of vision across a range of project types. Over the years we have received numerous prestigious awards for our work including being named as the 2021 American Institute of Architects Firm of the Year for the State of Nevada.