- pool pergola on a country estate -
Description
East Asian influence on Western architecture has been felt since the days of the great explorers, first, in the form of new building types invented to foster delicate foreign botanical curiosities and, as connections between Europe and the Orient strengthened, decorative traditions that piqued the curiosity and fashions of Europe. The zenith of the chinoiserie trend coincided with England’s Georgian period, and the two decorative tastes were often paired in the grandest 18th century homes in Britain and its colonies. Therefore, it seemed natural to add a touch of chinoiserie to the design of a new stately Georgian home, especially for clients of East Asian heritage.
The new Georgian Estate’s Pool Pergola, which defines the southern edge of the pool terrace, is at once a product of the Classical tradition and also an Asian-inspired pavilion. Simple Doric columns and a modified entablature provide the structural framework for the pool-side structure, yet details such as the flared lead-coated copper roof with its embossed decorative edging and the delicate tracery of the trellises give an exotic, Eastern feel. Most notable are the perforated shafts of the in-antis columns. Each bears the traditional Chinese symbol for “good fortune” suspended in a field of tendrils and vines. Cleverly lit from the inside with a series of lights and mirrors, these columns are intended to evoke the feeling of traditional paper lanterns, and when lit at night, they give the appearance that the pergola is floating on the water.
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Forehand + Lake | Hollander Design | Hobbs Inc
“We have worked with Chuck for many years to implement custom engineered home automation solutions for clients. In each project, a clear direction is set for aesthetics, client usage and desired feel for the space. CHA has experienced people that focus on what clients hope to achieve and help us understand what we need to do as a vendor to provide that solution. I highly recommend them to all our clients as they do a great job.”
– ADAM SCHECHTER, PRECISION AUDIO VISUAL
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“As an Architectural Lighting Designer for nearly 30 years, I have had the opportunity to work with many world-known architects and Chuck's (Charles Hilton's) name should be included in that list. His work is elegant and refined. Even the most challenging restraints result in beautifully proportioned and workable designs. His steadfast drive for excellence and realizing his client's dreams is accomplished through highly detailed construction documents (every room elevated, and every detail described) and attention to detail. But Chuck can also think fast, resolving design problems with a quick pencil sketch in the field or at the conference table. He is an excellent leader and has a seemingly endless knowledge of all things architectural. I consider myself fortunate to have worked with Chuck on so many beautiful projects and I feel that working with him has made me a better designer.”
- GARY NOVASEL, PATDO LIGHT STUDIO
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“Having had the opportunity to collaborate with Chuck Hilton we are always impressed with the elegance of his work, the attention to detail in the design, and the efficiency of the way projects are managed in his office. Chuck has a great ability to collaborate with other design professionals, both inside and outside.”
– EDMUND HOLLANDER, HOLLANDER DESIGN LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS
