Modern Mid Century Butterfly Roof

The douglas fir ceiling extends to connect the indoors to the outside.
Modern mid century butterfly roof. A butterfly roof which mimics the shape of the insect s wing is another common feature seen on some mid century homes like this one spotted on palm spring homes. Contact us for custom sizes. William krisel the architect famous for his butterfly roof. Alexander 1 a striking butterfly roof is the main feature of this alexander built mid century modern home in palm springs.
Butterfly roofs are commonly associated in the us with 20th century mid century modern architecture. Mid century modern houses in palm springs the desert oasis of palm springs california offers a deep well of mid century modern architecture. Bold sweeping butterfly roofs were used in the 1959 racquet club road estates designed by william krisel. Mid century residence with butterfly roof and unique brick pattern concrete wall and tall palms in the background available for photo film and tv shoots.
Modern douglas fir butterfly roof the house s butterfly shaped roof which collects rainwater to irrigate the landscaping seems to float above its limestone base. The exterior feature typically paired with tall windows extended the ceiling height inside to dramatic levels. They were also commonly used in georgian and victorian terraced house architecture of british cities where they are alternatively termed london roofs.