Moments of Refuge: Celebration of the Dormer Window

Moments of Refuge: Celebration of the Dormer Window

Afshan Behnamghader

There is a quiet satisfaction when an exterior designed for symmetry holds functional opportunities inside the house. Upstairs in this 1960s home, the attic rooms show the play of the roof. Here you can see how the architecture comes together, and how the dormer windows punch through like curious eyes. 

The dormer windows give these rooms character, give them certain responsibilities. The created space feels like an observatory reaching the blue sky and green trees outside. The space encloses you, creating moments of refuge, where you can sit, write and reflect.

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Sitting Room

Bedroom 

Paint palette & finishes

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Please note that these 3D renderings are created using Revit, Enscape, Photoshop, and AI tools as representative studies for layout, scale, overall feel, and concept. They cannot fully capture the true depth, texture, and nuanced beauty of objects, materials and finishes. I always recommend visiting the manufacturer's website or ordering physical samples before making a final decision.

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