JOHN PALMER RESIDENCE AND STUDIO, HOUSTON, TX. - 2007
Currently in Final Design - Beginning Construction July 07
Houston artist John Palmer has published three books chronicling his painting. His work hangs in numerous homes and businesses around the country. John commissioned Bruce Roadcap Architecture to design a new expanded residence and studio for his art work.
A narrow lot on 'The Boulevard' in the Historic Houston Heights provides a 'canvas' on which the new facility will be constructed. An existing 1930's bungalow in front will be saved and a new long addition attached, running full length on the North edge of the property. This allows the main approach up a long ramp on the South side bypassing the bungalow through an open courtyard. The main entry lies at the center transition point between the old and new structures directly in front of three large trees which shade the courtyard and filter natural light through the glazed facade into the gallery and studio spaces. A low 'collectors' wall and water feature surround the large trees and terminate the approach at this entry point. A large solid wall at the end of the courtyard provides an easel for banners visible from the street and draws patrons back to the main display gallery. The rear property line is utilized for covered parking with alley access and the artists residence above.
The roof lines follow the original house and horizontal lap siding of a different size and proportion tie the old and new structures together. Rafter tails are exposed and new attic vents in the end gables finger into the siding and acknowledge the existing attic vents in front. Rafters and wood frame are exposed and naturally finished in the interior studio and gallery spaces.
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