fulcrum residence

teetering on the fulcrum of a dream and reality

Client: The Last House on Mulholland- competition

Location: Hollywood Hills, CA

Year: 2017

In a place where many come to explore and even more come to dream, many outsiders see Hollywood as a source of great innovation and experimentation. The dwelling assembly is based on the chimera like nature of Hollywood, with distinct elements assembled to make a coherent whole. The dwelling attempts to illustrate these qualities through its negative/open spaces, protruding volumes, frosted glass and adaptive screen/shading system, all with the goal to blend the boundary between various architectural figurative elements. The idea is to hopefully leave the visitor with a profound experience of a place that teeters on the fulcrum of dream and reality.

The dwelling is designed to not only comfortably accommodate a family but also adapt to potential other programs. Considering the frequent tourist visitations, the residence and its multipurpose/rec-space could be potentially rented/adapted for special events. Anything ranging from small exhibitions to private events could be accommodated.

Project was selected as Director's choice for the ARCHOUTLOUD COMPETITION, as the The Last House on Mulholland