Inside a Family Home Built Around a 12,000-Year-Old Boulder | Unique Spaces | Architectural Digest
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- čas přidán 23. 08. 2023
- Today Architectural Digest travels to the Catskills Mountains in upstate New York to tour the Rock’n’House, a remarkable family home built around a 12,000 year-old-boulder. Some might have found themselves between a rock and a hard place after finding a prehistoric glacial erratic in the middle of their land, but for architect Christian Wassmann, it was just what he was looking for. The boulder became the central feature of Wassmann’s design and is always present in his family’s impressive home-the perfect example of how humans and nature can coexist as one.
Director: Alice Roth
Director of Photography: Eric Brouse
Editor: Ron Douglas
Producer: Chase Lewis; Skylar Economy
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Production Manager: Melissa Heber
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I love when people are passionately intricate about their homes... this certainly takes it up a notch. Great showcase AD.
Agreed. It’s truly a thing of lasting and deepening beauty.
If I was a multi-millionaire, I'd do the same. I'd be even more creative than this.
you mean rich,
Every material in that house is top of the line. He aligned his house with the north star and the sun for solar. he did it in one of the most beautiful regions in America fairly close to NYC. He wrapped the house around a glacial boulder...To me its not about getting more creative... this house is a master's piece in design/building and material/location selection. Its not to over the top and silly but its fun and thought provoking.@P A
A staircase railing that points to a specific star!? The level of forethought is incredible
Hopefully they had forethought when building a million dollar building
Yet with all that marvelous construction not one oculus in the building.
And she's buying a stairway to hea.....ven. It made me think of Zeppelin
A very nice touch, but not original...this has been done many times for thousands of years.
@M&M that's alright we all get inspired by things that have already been done
As a current architecture student, this house was absolutely stunning and amazing. Especially the moment when he showed the hand rail points to Polaris. My jaw dropped to the floor. The attention to details as small as that is simply beautiful. He is are an amazing architect and hope to be great like him one day.
Well you better be super succesful then... clients with the kind of money to build something like this are super rare. Even rarer, clients who want something this unique.
I mean, get this clients !!! Doesn’t matter if they have it or not it has to be built fck those
As a current boulder, I hope to one day have you build around me. Watch where you put the handrail.
@bikebudha01facts
@bikebudha01yep because if they want to buy anything to go in it, it won’t fit. Have fun custom making every single piece of furniture 👍 if I were his daughter, I’d live in the guest apartment.
I can see and fell his passion when he speaks about his house. He thought of everything. It is marvelously detailed to function within nature. True artist, extremely intelligent, There is something wonderful when architects add curves to their design. I am in awe.
This is probably one of the most impressive compositions of residential architecture I have EVER come across. Bravo Mr. Wassmann.
Cosmic Architecture, Polaris handrail, Aureum proportions, geometric obsessed, off grid, 007's aestethic houses... Is a Masterpiece!! Thanks to show us that exist another kind of architecture.
Now this is architecture! I’m completely blown away!
Yes! The design can't be any bolder!
Me to wow
You are not alone!!!
I hope his kids truly understand how special is this house and how lucky they are to have such a dcreative dad who built them such a special place to live. I hope their Mom is just as creative.
same here. I’d love to be a guest at this house and stargaze through that skylight and chaise lounge.
This is phenomenal!!! The love he has for nature, kids, the house!!! The zipline with the small soccer field at the end. Every little detail is just so inspiring, makes you understand that he knows the true definition of art and architect combined
This is a stunning piece of architecture- actually art! Wassman’s vision of construction, visual composition of all the rooms is mind blowing. The floating staircase against the large expanse of windows, children’s indoor-outdoor shower feature is a naturalist’s dream. Each area is very minimalist yet warm and inviting. And how cool is the sunken living room with exposed bedrock- insane!!
I've been watching a lot of "high-end" homes the past year on CZcams and i have to say...this may be one of the best i have ever seen. Everything is so thoughtful AND functional. Very rarely do you see practicality and aesthetic merged together so well.
"high-end" plywood
My jaw dropped multiple times throughout this video. The sunken living room into the bedrock, the Polaris handrail, the golden ratio solar roof, the zipline, and let's not forget the main character - the boulder. WOW.
I’m truly blown away. The amount of thought that went into this design is so inspiring.
Bravo! This is one of the most innovative and original designs I've seen. Bravo, Christian Wassmann.
Sure if you say so. Most of us hate it.
it's cool, but you clearly haven't seen many designs...
The architect Albert Frey was designing _very_ similar houses 70 years ago. Check out his Palm Springs house, built around a boulder (one of a number that he did with that configuration).
@TheFamily Why hate it? There are different styles and approaches to design but I think most architects will definitely respect his architecture!
This moved me to tears, unexpectedly. What a wonderfully thoughtful space.
You really need to get out more.
@loveforeignaccentsBeauty touching someone’s heart unexpectedly is a wonderfully human experience. Your derisive comment in response to someone’s expressed vulnerability is unhelpful and unnecessary.
This is a masterpiece and him actually living in it and being so hands-on and always improving and changing things makes this even better.
This is by far the best House that AD featured! This is innovation and also a respect and nod to nature. This is phenomenal. I want to have a house like this in the future
What an inspirational design. I love all the 'small' touches like the Polaris-sighting handrail. He's got two lucky children to grow up surrounded by nature, and honoring it. Who knows where it will lead them in their future.
Love the aspect of incorporating nature. I wish more architects would do so
I love that they featured all his drawings and the model! It truly shows how he intended the space to be used!
Wonderful. Love all the thoughtful planning that went into it.
Incredible. The attention to detail is unbelievable. I especially like the separate guest area and the connectedness of the bedrooms to the main living area. Wow.
I am stunned. This is not just architecture, its art, its engineering, it maybe a discipline that doesn't exist yet.
I love designs packed with subtle details and nods to nature 💚
This is the most incredible design I have ever seen. I love the attanetion to detail and cohesiveness of each element. It's interesting, functional, stimulating and calming at the same time.
It’s not just a rock, it’s a boulder 🥹
Did you know that the pioneers used to ride those babies for miles.
It’s star dust!
Opened this video just see if someone made this comment
But t's a rock flik.
I like that boulder. That is a nice boulder.
I really love the way the windows are wildly put around and take into account the day-to-day experience rather than the façade of the building. something I'll start to keep in mind when modeling spaces.
Spectacular and harmonious, yet at the same time very grounded to human scale. Takes a special talent to meld architecture of sacred spaces to practical living: fabulous!
The sheer amount of thought that went into this project, i love and respect so much! The polaris staircase, the unique placement of the windows, and the offset by the golden ratio, just fills my heart with joy. Beautifully built!
Magnificent! After trees, rocks are my favourite companions. I see both as earth's sentinels and building one's dwelling around them is my idea of cosmic harmony. Brilliant architecture in homage to our ancient benefactors and original homes.
Well said and I agree
Totally fabulous... not so much the "swimming pond" though. 😁Otherwise the huge boulder concept emanates primeval energy one can sense even in the video. Truly amazing in it's zen, yet family oriented livability.
Yeah I’m like uhhhhh that pond better be circulating it’s water constantly otherwise it’s a perfect place to get a brain eating amoeba
For the kind of house that I normally don't like, I REALLY like this one a lot.
Everything about it has made me feel calm and happy, which is very unusual.
This house pays a great respect to nature and the land it sits on. Very unusual!
what "kind of house" do you prefer, or why is this kind less liked by you?
I felt the exact same
@Lauren I'm glad to hear this! I was really, really, impressed by the feeling of calmness and the fact that the house doesn't seem to be 'intruding' on its environment at all. Thanks for responding!! Ciao!! 🙂
It's the massive gravitational force generated by the boulder which has attracted you.
You can tell how passionate he is about this and how much attention to detail he put into it
Love the way he gives personalities to the objects in and around the house. WE are nature, and nature is US. This house makes you feel very connected to nature and your family. Well done!
Mr. Wassmann is an incredible creative genius. That's the best house I've ever seen. I am obsessed with sacred geometry as well, and appreciate every detail. The Polaris viewing stair rail is Off the Chain!! Insane. The thoughtfulness and attention to detail is mind-blowing. 🤯 LOVE!❤
I’m completely awestruck 🙌🏻 Would love to be a guest in this wonderfully designed house ✨
My mind is blown. A true SMART house on so many levels and connected to the earth. My favorite build of all! Well done my friend. Stay passionate about this planet!!
Wonderful …. Creative, beautiful, functional design. Love the roof, but the entire building is fantastic.
I think you need to look up what “functional” actually means.
OMG my mouth was open the whole video! Such a stunning process with a magnificent results! Congratulations to the architect and family!
Wow! I really really like this place. So many great elements. If I wasn't trying to do weird and fun things with our own container house build, I would look into finding an architect who thinks like this...but on our budget.
This is absolutely beautiful ❤ it’s been so thoughtfully designed I love it!!
Loved this episode, very talented and enthusiastic designer - shoutout to the editing team as well :)
Every single detail in this project has me completely blown away! I was so interested in the "cosmic architecture" concept and wish to learn more about it. Does anyone know of a book or any type of resource where I can learn more about it?
They literally showed a book about it on the book shelf. Just pause the video and get the title
it's so peaceful, creative and mesmerizing.
unbelievably beautiful and inspiring space
Wow, this is next level! Stunning design and beautifully appointed.
And, designed around a rock. It doesn't get much cooler than that.
What a phenomenal piece of architecture!
Blown away by such an original design! The cohesion of function, sustainability and beauty is stunning. Spectacular! 🎉❤🎉❤
Great job! Awesome to see architectural features that blend with the land not abuse the land. Kudos to you sir.
Very unique, but stimulates the senses and mood of the ground the house sits occupies
As someone who grew up in an area with rocks as the main landscape feature, I absolutely love this house!!
well i even teared up at the end of a video. this house - even through the screen and the presence of his creator - definitely connects you with your soul, other individuals and something bigger, beyond the vision. Like cosmos, and time, and unexplainable. It's true art
Wow wow wow and wow. I’ve studied architecture for more than 30 years and this is one of the best. This is successful on so many levels. Congratulations! Thank you for sharing with us.
I love how he respects the boulder as a being with spirit... "he's happy" ❤
As impressive the design is. I have always been just as impressed at the abilities/dedication of people who take such unique designs and build them. That includes even Frank Lloyd Wrights iconic homes. I never hear any credit given to the builders, only the architects.
So amazing! The creativity and thought behind the design is sublime. Kudos! Absolutely beautiful.
love this! love that it isn't being shown to be sold and was designed so thoughtfully!
Wow!!! One of a kind house! Beautifully designed! Definitely blown away! 😮
lovely concept! beautiful lines! great functional space utilization and design! a superb example of an extreme minimalist approach! don't think it's cosy enough for me personally with the extreme empty-clean interior, but that's a question of taste, eh? the interior would be nevertheless greatly improved by including plants in abundance, specially taking into consideration the great inner height and the lovely light they've created! very nice project! thanks!
Your build honors nature and honors the historical value of this boulder. Bravo!
Revolutionary stuff. I would love to see more sustainable energy homes.
Wow!! This made me emotional ?? Its so stunning, and the sentiment behind it is lovely ❤
This is one of the most amazing houses I’ve ever seen in my life. Absolutely a masterpiece!
I love this, architects are the loveliest human beings on earth! Thank you AD for another beautiful and informative video with architects!
Such a beautifully calming yet fun space. Job well done 👍🏽
Wow, all these ideas, shapes and materials culminating in one building and it feels balanced and not overblown/chaotic! Great taste and talent to boil all that down into something that feels harmonious, organic and simple.
Amazing piece of pure architecture. Little details like double functioning rail pointing to the star makes this rock beauty very unique❤
Incredible, beautiful, functional and inspiring architecture
Brilliant, responsible, generous. What a superb dwelling!
Amazing, awe-inspiring, and thought-provoking. Clean energy, connected to the earth and sky.
The connection to nature, the cosmos and sacred geometry... next level. LOVE the indoor handrail which aligns with the North Star. mind blown
I'm gobmacked by the sheer intricacy of the propertyy and how functional they made it despite the fact!
love it! it is so unique. Ive never seen solar panels layered like that.
a bit echoey for me but regardless that house is an amazing piece of art
Loved the design, so beautiful!
This house is so special. And that sunken lounge where you can lie on the rock is brilliant.
A swimming pool around the rock would have been magical.
This house is stunning and I love the concept but the hole in the ground gives me serious arachnaphobia chills 🕷
Or what if you drop your phone 😱
same i think so
@PTRAINBOYThe floors are concrete. I don’t think you should drop your phone anywhere in this house. Then again, if I were to drop my phone, it’d be an honor if it was there.
Although I don't mind spiders (I'm a gardener, they eat the bugs that eat my plants), my reaction was similar - creepy crawlies live under rocks! I won't invade their space, so they won't invade mine! 😄
That being said, I love this house and the philosophy it represents, it's beautiful!
Kinda had the same thoughts ha. But do you think they could even get there? It's center-ish so I'm guessing there's foundation and what not all around
I've been wacthing this channel for a long time, best house I've ever seen, the attention to detail is incredible, being a climber wished there was more space to put crashpads and just climb that thing every day :)
Oooh! Great idea!❤
I just love this place. Not on the hill but of the hill. Fits the area so well. Makes me think of Falling Water even though the design is very different
Amazing how powerful the boulder is in this structure.
I want to get to a point in my life where I could build a serene space in the woods like this
This is not just a house, it’s masterpiece!
I love how he incorporate his design with nature.
Astronomically beautiful and poetic. Love this so much! And that zipline! 💖💖💖
Absolutely fell in love with this house and the philosophy behind it. I'm amazed!
I am in awe! Excellent architecture. Bravo.
I love this place. So many amazing elements incorporated with a innovative elegant simplicity
Stunning. That is remarkable and beautiful! Love the built in telescope stair rail!
What a beautiful, amazing connection to the cosmos! Well done! ❤
Exelente
Es un encanto de estar ahí felicidades a todo el equipo
As an architect, this makes you rethink your approach to design. There's so much 'copy and paste' designs now that have zero innovation or thought to the end user. This is definitely inspiring and fun! To experience this in person would be phenomenal! Great job
Meister Wassman! Wow!😲🤩🤯 Stunning, warm, inviting, well thought out! Just wow!
Also, the cinematography and soundtrack are superb! 😊
His philosophy is timeless. Cosmic indeed, very well done. That solar roof is everything, the most aesthetically pleasing.
I've never seen a house with such a harmonious and thoughtful connection between nature, form, and function. I must say I feel for the drafters who had to interpret his barely decipherable scrawl.
Architecture to its next level 👏🏼
fantastic design. every detail is meticulously thought-out. breathtaking.
This is so inspired and lovely! Every detail, and the intention to honour and connect to the earth and the cosmos.🤯😍
Spectacular, love the correlation of nature and modern design and the use of natural energy source. Bravo well done !!
So awesome!! It's a space where you can feel truly comfortable and at peace specially if you are with your most favorite people. 💖💖
incredible house, one of the best designs i've seen in a long time
This is the most beautiful and emotional architectural piece I've ever seen and felt. 🥰
The moment, 5:22, when he starts opening the doors in succession: the bedroom, laundry room, powder room, and at 8:33 when the camera travels down that same curved hallway and into the guest apartment...!! Fantastic design!
ive never seen a house well thought out, purposeful and so perfect like this one
What a fantastic masterpiece! I just like how he looks so happy and proud of his creation ❤