WOJR Architecture Firm Completes House of Horns in California's Los Altos Hills
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Dan Howarth
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Summary
WOJR architecture firm has completed the House of Horns, a residential project in Los Altos Hills, California, that was conceptualized in 2018 and finished in 2024. The house features distinctive double-height curved volumes designed as "an assemblage of instruments" to capture changing light, seasons, and views of Silicon Valley. The architectural design focuses on creating spaces that respond to environmental conditions and provide unique visual experiences.
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The House of Horns was initially conceptualised in 2018 and finally completed in 2024
The House of Horns is named for a series of double-height volumes that curve upward to capture views and light
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