Panoramic View House by ArchLAB Studio, Minimalist Living Framed by the Vilnius Skyline
Architecture Design of Panoramic View House
Description About The Project
Panoramic View House by ArchLAB Studio is a minimalist private residence near Vilnius, defined by stone façades, expansive glazing, and terraces designed to embrace uninterrupted city and landscape views.
The Project “Panoramic View House” Information:
- Project Name: Panoramic View House
- Location: Vilnius County, Litva
- Project Year: 2019
- Designed by: ArchLAB studio
A Site Defined by Elevation and Landscape
Perched on a sloping and picturesque site overlooking Vilnius, Panoramic View House takes full advantage of its elevated position and rare proximity to a public green park. Designed by ArchLAB Studio, the residence responds directly to its terrain, framing long-distance city views while maintaining a quiet relationship with its natural surroundings.
“The site itself dictated the architecture,” explains ArchLAB Studio. “The panoramic view and the presence of greenery became the primary drivers of the house’s form and spatial orientation.”
Rather than imposing a dominant architectural gesture, the design embraces restraint—allowing landscape, light, and horizon to shape the experience of daily living.
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Architecture Shaped by Panoramic Openings
The defining feature of the house is its panoramic window façade, strategically oriented to capture uninterrupted views of Vilnius while blurring the boundary between interior and exterior. Large terraces extend outward from the main living areas, transforming the home into a continuous viewing platform over the city.
This openness is carefully balanced with privacy. Expansive glazing is paired with deep overhangs and thoughtful positioning, ensuring comfort without sacrificing transparency.
“We wanted the views to feel immersive but controlled,” the architects note. “The house opens toward the landscape while remaining calm and protected from its surroundings.”
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Minimalist Form, Rational Composition
With a total area of 180.97 square meters, the building adopts a minimalist and rational architectural language. Clean lines, simple volumes, and a restrained palette give the home a timeless quality—free from stylistic excess.
The structure is organized over two clearly defined levels. The ground floor accommodates the primary living spaces, including the living room, dining area, and kitchen, all connected seamlessly to a covered patio. This level functions as the social heart of the home, designed for both everyday life and informal entertaining.
The upper level is reserved for private bedrooms, offering a quieter, more introspective environment elevated above the main living zones.
“Simplicity was essential,” says ArchLAB Studio. “Every square meter had to be purposeful, allowing the house to remain compact yet generous in experience.”
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Materiality Rooted in Longevity
Natural and long-lasting materials define the exterior character of the residence. Stone façades anchor the building to the terrain, providing texture, durability, and a sense of permanence. These solid surfaces are contrasted with emalit glass and expansive window openings, introducing lightness and visual continuity.
The interplay between stone and glass reinforces the architectural concept—balancing solidity with transparency, mass with openness.
“Our material choices were guided by longevity and honesty,” the studio explains. “Stone gives the house grounding, while glass allows the landscape to become part of the architecture.”
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Living Between City and Nature
What distinguishes Panoramic View House is its ability to exist comfortably between urban and natural environments. The adjacency to a public park enhances the sense of openness, while the elevated position ensures long views across the cityscape.
Throughout the day, shifting light animates the interiors, casting reflections across stone surfaces and drawing attention outward to the changing skyline. The house becomes less a static object and more a lens—framing moments of city life, weather, and seasonal change.
In its quiet confidence and disciplined design, Panoramic View House by ArchLAB Studio stands as a refined example of contemporary residential architecture—one that prioritizes clarity, context, and the enduring relationship between architecture and view.
Photo credit: L. Garbačauskas | Source: ArchLAB studio
For more information about this project; please contact the Architecture firm :
– Add: Verkių 5, Vilnius, Lithuania
– Tel: 0037061421168
– Email: info@archlab.lt
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