
The space between.
A courtyard is more than an outdoor room. It changes how a house meets the day, making a little space for light, weather and pause.
Distinctive homes.
A different point of view.
The ORIEL journal
Notes on architecture,
place and everyday life.

A courtyard is more than an outdoor room. It changes how a house meets the day, making a little space for light, weather and pause.

The most useful connection to a garden might be the view from your chair. A few thoughts on living close to the seasons.

A sea view can be the first thing you notice. The spaces around it are what turn the view into a place to live.
Original stories for a fictional property studio. Homes and imagery are illustrative.
A conversation is a good beginning
A new home. A change of scene. A possibility you haven’t quite put into words yet. We’d love to hear it.