Skylight House
Chicago, IL
5,800 sf, 5 bed, 5 bath
This modernist home, originally built in 1979, playfully contrasts with neighboring historic row homes. The project brief called for a new open floor plan, ample space for art, and a third-floor addition with a new primary suite.
Our design centers around a three-story atrium flooded with natural light by a pyramidal skylight. Suspended in the space is an awe-inspiring staircase fabricated in wood and steel, complemented by a sculptural 20ft light fixture engineered to hang from the skylight.
The reimagined floor plan emphasizes clear sight lines, and the footprint of the house repeatedly steps back from the property line to capture views of the sun and sky. dSPACE-designed walnut cabinetry unifies the home, concealing everyday elements like the pantry, a built-in desk, and the primary bedroom wardrobe.










