D House by Pitsou Kedem Architects, A Minimalist Residence Defined by Light, Material, and Silence
Architecture Design of D House
Description About The Project
D House by Pitsou Kedem Architects is a contemporary minimalist home shaped by raw materials, inward-looking spaces, and carefully controlled daylight, creating a calm and timeless living environment.
The Project “D House” Information:
- Project Name: D House
- Location: Neve Yarak, Israel
- Project Year: 2015
- Total floor area: 560 sqm
- Toal site area: 1600 sqm
- Designed by: Pitsou Kedem Architects
A Minimalist Home Shaped by Introversion
D House, designed by Pitsou Kedem Architects, exemplifies the studio’s signature approach to minimalist residential architecture—one that prioritizes restraint, material honesty, and spatial clarity over visual excess. Conceived as a private sanctuary, the house turns inward, shielding its inhabitants from external distractions while cultivating a deeply personal domestic atmosphere.
From the exterior, D House appears as a solid, composed volume. The restrained façade limits direct openings to the street, establishing a sense of protection and introspection that defines the architectural narrative from the outset.
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Light as a Spatial and Emotional Driver
Inside, the architecture unfolds through a sequence of controlled experiences shaped by natural light. Narrow apertures, internal courtyards, and recessed openings allow daylight to enter gradually, animating the interiors without overpowering them. Light becomes a design instrument—guiding movement, revealing texture, and defining the rhythm of daily life.
“Light should be discovered slowly, not imposed,” explains Pitsou Kedem, reflecting the studio’s belief that illumination is inseparable from emotional comfort and spatial depth.
Throughout D House, shifting daylight casts soft shadows across exposed concrete and plastered surfaces, creating a quiet dialogue between architecture and time.
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Material Restraint and Architectural Honesty
The material palette of D House is intentionally reduced, emphasizing raw concrete, natural stone, and muted finishes. These elements are left largely untreated, allowing their inherent textures and imperfections to remain visible. This approach reinforces the home’s timeless quality while grounding it in a sense of authenticity.
According to Kedem, “When materials are honest, architecture becomes calm. The house does not compete with life—it supports it.” This philosophy is evident in the seamless transitions between spaces, where material continuity replaces decorative articulation.
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Spatial Flow and Inward-Focused Living
Rather than relying on conventional room divisions, D House is organized through spatial flow and subtle level changes. Living, dining, and circulation areas connect fluidly, with visual boundaries defined by light, proportion, and perspective rather than walls.
Internal courtyards play a critical role in this composition, acting as lungs for the house. They introduce greenery, ventilation, and daylight while reinforcing the inward-looking character of the residence. These voids create moments of pause—quiet intervals that enhance the overall sense of calm.
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Architecture as a Timeless Domestic Framework
D House embodies Pitsou Kedem Architects’ belief that residential architecture should serve as a backdrop for life rather than a dominant presence. Every design decision—from the controlled openings to the restrained material language—supports an atmosphere of stillness, balance, and permanence.
In a world increasingly defined by visual noise, D House stands as a reminder that true luxury can be found in simplicity, silence, and architectural discipline.
Photo credit: | Source: Pitsou Kedem Architects
For more information about this project; please contact the Architecture firm :
– Add: 39 Maze St. Ground Floor Tel-Aviv
– Tel: 03.6204493
– Email: pitsou.press@pitsou.com
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