Comments on: Southampton Beach House by Alexander Gorlin

By: Awesomer

Awesomer — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 12:39:04 +0000

BTW, Gorlin is Russian man, guys.

By: adorable marmoset

adorable marmoset — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 21:35:24 +0000

So much restraint in the design and yet, the house seems built for fun times and parties. This house is no machine for living…its a machine for socializing. The objects on the roof create intimacy on what would otherwise be a barren and epic vista. The photographs seem to capture each space moments before a group of finely dressed people enter the frame with their cocktails and laughter. Alex Gorlin: eanest architect and professional party boy!

By: MIA

MIA — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 19:41:05 +0000

Fabulous…nothing less! I notice the beautiful contrast between the cold white stones and the warm wood… It gives a great contrast. I really agree; If you se Gorlins website you can see amazing architecture!

By: CMTB

CMTB — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 19:23:51 +0000

I would not describe the forms on the roof as clutter – they are obviously a reference to Corb’s 5th point of architecture. Gorlin has created a roof terrace with its own unusual landscape, much as Corb’s rooftop nursery school had its own specific topography. Only this landscape is not for children!

By: Le Stagier

Le Stagier — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 19:19:55 +0000

I think this is fantastic, there is still a place in this world for exuberance. Everything has its place, as you can see from the architect’s website, this is but an aspect of their output. It is refreshing to see someone tackle social housing with the same vigor as the villas of the ultra rich. Bravo!