The Privacy Courtyard

This modern contemporary house was conceived with an semi-urban lot in mind. We placed the master bedroom suite in the front of the building, potentially towards the street. To give it a bit of privacy we gave it narrow privacy courtyard defined by a exposed concrete wall. It is covered by a partly covered trellace. This courtyard is just big enough to comfortably fit a couple of chairs and a small table. If the adjoining rooms are used as a home office or sub-leased rental unit instead of a master suite, this courtyard also serves as a separate entry area. A sliding panel door opens it up toward the large entry courtyard. It is a beautiful Japanese style area, perfect for plantings and getting away. It gives plenty of privacy while letting in filtered light.