Inside a Family Home Built Around a 12,000-Year-Old Boulder | Unique Spaces | Architectural Digest
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- Today Architectural Digest travels to the Catskills Mountains in upstate New York to tour the Rock’n’House, a remarkable family home built around a 12,000 year-old-boulder. Some might have found themselves between a rock and a hard place after finding a prehistoric glacial erratic in the middle of their land, but for architect Christian Wassmann, it was just what he was looking for. The boulder became the central feature of Wassmann’s design and is always present in his family’s impressive home-the perfect example of how humans and nature can coexist as one.
Director: Alice Roth
Director of Photography: Eric Brouse
Editor: Ron Douglas
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A staircase railing that points to a specific star!? The level of forethought is incredible
Yet with all that marvelous construction not one oculus in the building.
A very nice touch, but not original...this has been done many times for thousands of years.
@@Mooooty that's alright we all get inspired by things that have already been done
wait till you hear about almost every ancient marvel there is
Timestamp!
Losing your phone in the couch takes on a whole new meaning when bedrock is involved
My thought. Bad time to stumble to your bed in the dark after passing out on the couch. Drop your keys down that crevace.
I love when people are passionately intricate about their homes... this certainly takes it up a notch. Great showcase AD.
If I was a multi-millionaire, I'd do the same. I'd be even more creative than this.
you mean rich,
Every material in that house is top of the line. He aligned his house with the north star and the sun for solar. he did it in one of the most beautiful regions in America fairly close to NYC. He wrapped the house around a glacial boulder...To me its not about getting more creative... this house is a master's piece in design/building and material/location selection. Its not to over the top and silly but its fun and thought provoking.@@KiyaWarrior
*Is it a selfish notch? It says, **_"I'm so rich that no one is going to enjoy this boulder but me."_*
@@hulkhatepunybanner Thank goodness for a normal comment because that’s how I feel about it.
As a current architecture student, this house was absolutely stunning and amazing. Especially the moment when he showed the hand rail points to Polaris. My jaw dropped to the floor. The attention to details as small as that is simply beautiful. He is are an amazing architect and hope to be great like him one day.
Well you better be super succesful then... clients with the kind of money to build something like this are super rare. Even rarer, clients who want something this unique.
I mean, get this clients !!! Doesn’t matter if they have it or not it has to be built fck those
As a current boulder, I hope to one day have you build around me. Watch where you put the handrail.
@@bikebudha01facts
@@bikebudha01yep because if they want to buy anything to go in it, it won’t fit. Have fun custom making every single piece of furniture 👍 if I were his daughter, I’d live in the guest apartment.
Now this is architecture! I’m completely blown away!
Yes! The design can't be any bolder!
Me to wow
You are not alone!!!
I hope his kids truly understand how special is this house and how lucky they are to have such a dcreative dad who built them such a special place to live. I hope their Mom is just as creative.
same here. I’d love to be a guest at this house and stargaze through that skylight and chaise lounge.
It’s not just a rock, it’s a boulder 🥹
Did you know that the pioneers used to ride those babies for miles.
It’s star dust!
Opened this video just see if someone made this comment
But t's a rock flik.
I like that boulder. That is a nice boulder.
i love how the boulder is referred to as "he" like "his moss is growing, his trees are growing..." it almost seems to make the boulder feel like another family member, so included and loved in the house built around it
Question is, did the rock agree to be identified as a he?
It really has more to do with the german language of objects having a gendered article. So in german, it is called "der" Felsbrocken, which is masculine.
We’re currently just leaving this house. We stayed here this weekend and I have to say…. It was a pleasure to stay here, it was absolutely magical and I have even more of an appreciation of it after watching this video. Thank you for letting us stay here.
❤
Is this an airbnb?
I love that they featured all his drawings and the model! It truly shows how he intended the space to be used!
This is probably one of the most impressive compositions of residential architecture I have EVER come across. Bravo Mr. Wassmann.
Ive seen better, but this is top 3 for sure.
wassupmann
LMAO
As a Swiss I can say this is one of the Swissest accents ever. Amazing house. My dream is to live in such an unconventional house one day.
Cool dream
This is phenomenal!!! The love he has for nature, kids, the house!!! The zipline with the small soccer field at the end. Every little detail is just so inspiring, makes you understand that he knows the true definition of art and architect combined
Cosmic Architecture, Polaris handrail, Aureum proportions, geometric obsessed, off grid, 007's aestethic houses... Is a Masterpiece!! Thanks to show us that exist another kind of architecture.
Yes
Bravo! This is one of the most innovative and original designs I've seen. Bravo, Christian Wassmann.
Sure if you say so. Most of us hate it.
it's cool, but you clearly haven't seen many designs...
The architect Albert Frey was designing _very_ similar houses 70 years ago. Check out his Palm Springs house, built around a boulder (one of a number that he did with that configuration).
@@thefamily512 Why hate it? There are different styles and approaches to design but I think most architects will definitely respect his architecture!
@@thefamily512 Why speak for other people, very strange
I really love the way the windows are wildly put around and take into account the day-to-day experience rather than the façade of the building. something I'll start to keep in mind when modeling spaces.
This is a masterpiece and him actually living in it and being so hands-on and always improving and changing things makes this even better.
I love how he respects the boulder as a being with spirit... "he's happy" ❤
The boulder adds a Zen like quality to the house
My jaw dropped multiple times throughout this video. The sunken living room into the bedrock, the Polaris handrail, the golden ratio solar roof, the zipline, and let's not forget the main character - the boulder. WOW.
This is a stunning piece of architecture- actually art! Wassman’s vision of construction, visual composition of all the rooms is mind blowing. The floating staircase against the large expanse of windows, children’s indoor-outdoor shower feature is a naturalist’s dream. Each area is very minimalist yet warm and inviting. And how cool is the sunken living room with exposed bedrock- insane!!
This is Amazing. I love architecture and minimalist living, but this is the first time I have actually seen a house that combined those with warmth instead of an empty coldness. Incredible.
For the kind of house that I normally don't like, I REALLY like this one a lot.
Everything about it has made me feel calm and happy, which is very unusual.
This house pays a great respect to nature and the land it sits on. Very unusual!
what "kind of house" do you prefer, or why is this kind less liked by you?
I felt the exact same
@@Lauren1989mc I'm glad to hear this! I was really, really, impressed by the feeling of calmness and the fact that the house doesn't seem to be 'intruding' on its environment at all. Thanks for responding!! Ciao!! 🙂
It's the massive gravitational force generated by the boulder which has attracted you.
I can see and fell his passion when he speaks about his house. He thought of everything. It is marvelously detailed to function within nature. True artist, extremely intelligent, There is something wonderful when architects add curves to their design. I am in awe.
An AD walkthrough actually worth watching?
How refreshing.
I'm gobmacked by the sheer intricacy of the propertyy and how functional they made it despite the fact!
I've been watching a lot of "high-end" homes the past year on TH-cam and i have to say...this may be one of the best i have ever seen. Everything is so thoughtful AND functional. Very rarely do you see practicality and aesthetic merged together so well.
"high-end" plywood
Took having a pet rock to another level.
Wow wow wow and wow. I’ve studied architecture for more than 30 years and this is one of the best. This is successful on so many levels. Congratulations! Thank you for sharing with us.
Your build honors nature and honors the historical value of this boulder. Bravo!
This is the definition of eccentric.
it's so peaceful, creative and mesmerizing.
unbelievably beautiful and inspiring space
His philosophy is timeless. Cosmic indeed, very well done. That solar roof is everything, the most aesthetically pleasing.
You can tell how passionate he is about this and how much attention to detail he put into it
Wonderful …. Creative, beautiful, functional design. Love the roof, but the entire building is fantastic.
This house is stunning and I love the concept but the hole in the ground gives me serious arachnaphobia chills 🕷
Or what if you drop your phone 😱
same i think so
@@PTRAINBOYThe floors are concrete. I don’t think you should drop your phone anywhere in this house. Then again, if I were to drop my phone, it’d be an honor if it was there.
Although I don't mind spiders (I'm a gardener, they eat the bugs that eat my plants), my reaction was similar - creepy crawlies live under rocks! I won't invade their space, so they won't invade mine! 😄
That being said, I love this house and the philosophy it represents, it's beautiful!
Kinda had the same thoughts ha. But do you think they could even get there? It's center-ish so I'm guessing there's foundation and what not all around
The sheer amount of thought that went into this project, i love and respect so much! The polaris staircase, the unique placement of the windows, and the offset by the golden ratio, just fills my heart with joy. Beautifully built!
This is one of the most amazing houses I’ve ever seen in my life. Absolutely a masterpiece!
well i even teared up at the end of a video. this house - even through the screen and the presence of his creator - definitely connects you with your soul, other individuals and something bigger, beyond the vision. Like cosmos, and time, and unexplainable. It's true art
*lays down on rock* "this is very comfortable"
Love the way he gives personalities to the objects in and around the house. WE are nature, and nature is US. This house makes you feel very connected to nature and your family. Well done!
So amazing! The creativity and thought behind the design is sublime. Kudos! Absolutely beautiful.
I’m truly blown away. The amount of thought that went into this design is so inspiring.
This guy is a bloody genius
Amazing, awe-inspiring, and thought-provoking. Clean energy, connected to the earth and sky.
I have fallen into a TH-cam rabbit hole of amazing modern houses the last few days. I’ve seen dozens. This is, by far, my favorite. I would love to meet this architect some day.
This might be one of the coolest houses I've ever seen.
This moved me to tears, unexpectedly. What a wonderfully thoughtful space.
You really need to get out more.
@@loveforeignaccents you need to go see a therapist and learn about emotions psycho. you should stay in more with this icky attitude
@@loveforeignaccentsBeauty touching someone’s heart unexpectedly is a wonderfully human experience. Your derisive comment in response to someone’s expressed vulnerability is unhelpful and unnecessary.
love this! love that it isn't being shown to be sold and was designed so thoughtfully!
I think that’s the coolest house I’ve seen on AD so far, just the sheer beauty of it, what an architectural masterpiece.
You have got to be kidding...a house built around a glacial erratic!...However, one has to love the shot with him lying on the bedrock in a hole he cut into his floor... I am sure his boulder is now much happier.....
What an inspirational design. I love all the 'small' touches like the Polaris-sighting handrail. He's got two lucky children to grow up surrounded by nature, and honoring it. Who knows where it will lead them in their future.
That is the most amazing house that I have seen in a very very long time. Actual meaningful thought went into that design and construction. Beyond impressive!
the greatest invention I’ve ever seen and certainly the most beautiful house ever built.
Wassmann is awesome! This is THE FIRST modern house that I actually like.
agree with
It's not in the modernist style. It aligns closer to cosmic architecture like he mentioned in the video.
Oh that’s simply stunning. Just wow. Wow!
I love how he incorporate his design with nature.
Wow, this is next level! Stunning design and beautifully appointed.
And, designed around a rock. It doesn't get much cooler than that.
Very nice design. Round houses are always very inefficient space wise but this house isn’t about space efficiency. The rock is the start of the show.
The house is a rock-star house
agree with
If you have enough money, you can make almost any shape be efficient.
Incredible. The attention to detail is unbelievable. I especially like the separate guest area and the connectedness of the bedrooms to the main living area. Wow.
This is by far the best House that AD featured! This is innovation and also a respect and nod to nature. This is phenomenal. I want to have a house like this in the future
This guy is special! Everything is so well thought out and functional while also keeping a whimsical feel thru out the entire house!
This is the most incredible design I have ever seen. I love the attanetion to detail and cohesiveness of each element. It's interesting, functional, stimulating and calming at the same time.
Ugh, truly inspired design. ♥
Magnificent! After trees, rocks are my favourite companions. I see both as earth's sentinels and building one's dwelling around them is my idea of cosmic harmony. Brilliant architecture in homage to our ancient benefactors and original homes.
Well said and I agree
I am stunned. This is not just architecture, its art, its engineering, it maybe a discipline that doesn't exist yet.
Blown away by such an original design! The cohesion of function, sustainability and beauty is stunning. Spectacular! 🎉❤🎉❤
I love this, architects are the loveliest human beings on earth! Thank you AD for another beautiful and informative video with architects!
Wow, all these ideas, shapes and materials culminating in one building and it feels balanced and not overblown/chaotic! Great taste and talent to boil all that down into something that feels harmonious, organic and simple.
Wonderful. Love all the thoughtful planning that went into it.
Mr. Wassmann is an incredible creative genius. That's the best house I've ever seen. I am obsessed with sacred geometry as well, and appreciate every detail. The Polaris viewing stair rail is Off the Chain!! Insane. The thoughtfulness and attention to detail is mind-blowing. 🤯 LOVE!❤
This is the most beautiful and emotional architectural piece I've ever seen and felt. 🥰
My mind is blown. A true SMART house on so many levels and connected to the earth. My favorite build of all! Well done my friend. Stay passionate about this planet!!
ive never seen a house well thought out, purposeful and so perfect like this one
Wow!!! One of a kind house! Beautifully designed! Definitely blown away! 😮
Spectacular and harmonious, yet at the same time very grounded to human scale. Takes a special talent to meld architecture of sacred spaces to practical living: fabulous!
The connection to nature, the cosmos and sacred geometry... next level. LOVE the indoor handrail which aligns with the North Star. mind blown
I had to cry because it really touched something in me! Genius! So much passion! :)
Love the aspect of incorporating nature. I wish more architects would do so
Incredible, beautiful, functional and inspiring architecture
The sons room is the ultimate teenage boys room. To be able to go out into that landscape and do wheveter is you wish to do is just invaluable for a kid growing up.
I love this place. So many amazing elements incorporated with a innovative elegant simplicity
Absolutely fell in love with this house and the philosophy behind it. I'm amazed!
Wow!! This made me emotional ?? Its so stunning, and the sentiment behind it is lovely ❤
Wow -- absolutely love this house and how the architect built it around that big boulder. Great video too!
The detail to have the handrail pointing at the north start is just wild, I bet a snowy day there is very comfortable
Loved this episode, very talented and enthusiastic designer - shoutout to the editing team as well :)
This is absolutely beautiful ❤ it’s been so thoughtfully designed I love it!!
Amazing piece of pure architecture. Little details like double functioning rail pointing to the star makes this rock beauty very unique❤
This is art & nature + living combined. A beautiful unity. I ❤ this house.
As an architect, this makes you rethink your approach to design. There's so much 'copy and paste' designs now that have zero innovation or thought to the end user. This is definitely inspiring and fun! To experience this in person would be phenomenal! Great job
Stunning. That is remarkable and beautiful! Love the built in telescope stair rail!
this is the nicest house i've ever seen. everything it thought out, everything.
That's the most amazing hose I have ever seen for a Family, congratulation for these peace of art. Pravo
Astronomically beautiful and poetic. Love this so much! And that zipline! 💖💖💖
This is the coolest building I’ve ever seen- its spectacular!
Oh my goodness, this is truly so so stunning. I’m in awe, I’ve never thought about the intention and spirit of a house so much as I have in this video!! Thank you for this!! I now know what my dream house would be😇😍🪨🌿✨
What an unique house! The architecture of it is genius. So well thought in every detail. Love it
As someone who grew up in an area with rocks as the main landscape feature, I absolutely love this house!!
Love this house. The best ever shown on this channel.
I, both, absolutely love this house and do not wish to live here. Christian's passion and love for this house is awe-inspiring :)
I really love this house, I think it's very inspiring.
You can see the vision of the architec and connect with his ideas. simply wow.