Villa Sundby Appelgren

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Villa Sundby Appelgren

We present Villa Sundbye Appelgren. The building is located on a ridge and follow the ground contour heights to adapt the terrain as possible. The villa consists of two floors occupying the height difference in the terrain. On the main floor is the private zone and service functions. This is located to the north and east, while the common area is located to the west and south. Downstairs are the bedrooms and living itself, as well as a separate rental unit. The project is visualized by Espen Tomren.

Software: 3ds Max, Vray PS

Posted on 12.03.2015