VITA Sets the Stage for the Creative Collaboration Behind a Unique Community
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Kiawah River partners with farms who share its dedication to sustainability and local traditions; these include, among others, Rosebank Farms whose farm stand is located near the entrance to the community.
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Joe Thomas
VITA Sets the Stage for the Creative Collaboration Behind a Unique Community
VITA
At the entrance to Kiawah River, the road meanders around old growth trees—a testament to decades of land stewardship, and to VITA's meticulous community planning.
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Joe Thomas
VITA Sets the Stage for the Creative Collaboration Behind a Unique Community
VITA
At Kiawah River, the trails through maritime forests of live oak and Spanish Moss meet marsh fields.
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Joe Thomas
VITA Sets the Stage for the Creative Collaboration Behind a Unique Community
VITA
The view of the saltwater marsh from Old Friends Park, one of four parks at Kiawah River.
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Joe Thomas
VITA Sets the Stage for the Creative Collaboration Behind a Unique Community
VITA
One of four parks at Kiawah River, Jack's Island Park and Jack's Pond are the centerpiece for Jack's Island Neighborhood, a gated community.
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Joe Thomas
VITA Sets the Stage for the Creative Collaboration Behind a Unique Community
VITA
At Kiawah River, the houses are thoughtfully sited amidst old-growth treescapes.
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Joe Thomas
VITA Sets the Stage for the Creative Collaboration Behind a Unique Community
VITA
Kiawah River offers four parks: Old Friends Park, Sea Island Park, Jack Island Park and Oak Park (shown) with its community tables and outdoor grill.
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Joe Thomas
VITA Sets the Stage for the Creative Collaboration Behind a Unique Community
VITA
The Kiawah River Design Guidelines created by VITA call for community architecture inspired by the historical styles of the Southern region characterized by simple forms with wide verandas and articulated entries.
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Joe Thomas
VITA Sets the Stage for the Creative Collaboration Behind a Unique Community
VITA
Derived from the historical precedent set by Charleston Sea Island Architecture and combined with a contemporary sensibility, the architectural styles at Kiawah River—part of the Kiawah River Design Guidelines created by VITA—include The Marsh House, Sea Island Cottage, The Island Home, The Farm House and The Side Yard House.
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Joe Thomas
VITA Sets the Stage for the Creative Collaboration Behind a Unique Community
VITA
As part of the Kiawah River Design Guidelines created by VITA, planting objectives protect views through thoughtful landscape planning and use of appropriately scaled plants.
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Joe Thomas
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VITA Sets the Stage for the Creative Collaboration Behind a Unique Community
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Kiawah River offers a community kayak launch area at Sea Island Park, one of the community's three parks.
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Joe Thomas
VITA Sets the Stage for the Creative Collaboration Behind a Unique Community
VITA
Kiawah River's Spring House, which serves as the community's gathering place for health, fitness and recreation, features a junior Olympic size pool and a leisure pool (as shown).
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Joe Thomas
VITA Sets the Stage for the Creative Collaboration Behind a Unique Community
VITA
Kiawah River is a bicycling paradise with 20 miles of trails, including along the watefront.
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Joe Thomas
A Carefully-Crafted Winter Retreat by Sparano + Mooney Architecture Is Inspired by the Japanese Art of Kirigami
Sparano + Mooney Architecture
Located within the Powder Mountain Ski Resort, this ski-in/ski-out residence represents one of Sparano + Mooney Architecture's newest mountain sanctuaries.
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Matt Winquist
A Carefully-Crafted Winter Retreat by Sparano + Mooney Architecture Is Inspired by the Japanese Art of Kirigami
Sparano + Mooney Architecture
Due to its remote location, the home is run completely off of propane, and heated by highly-efficient radiant heat throughout.
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Matt Winquist
A Carefully-Crafted Winter Retreat by Sparano + Mooney Architecture Is Inspired by the Japanese Art of Kirigami
Sparano + Mooney Architecture
The southern façades feature overhangs, and temperatures are controlled with operable windows at key locations to provide any necessary cooling, ensuring a sustainable design approach.
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Matt Winquist
A Carefully-Crafted Winter Retreat by Sparano + Mooney Architecture Is Inspired by the Japanese Art of Kirigami
Sparano + Mooney Architecture
Throughout the interiors, hem fir is used as the primary finish.
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Matt Winquist
A Carefully-Crafted Winter Retreat by Sparano + Mooney Architecture Is Inspired by the Japanese Art of Kirigami
Sparano + Mooney Architecture
Desiring a clean, modern aesthetic, the interior design of the home and its art were chosen with this aesthetic in mind, leading to an eclectic yet curated space. Interiors by Westhoven Design.
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Matt Winquist
A Carefully-Crafted Winter Retreat by Sparano + Mooney Architecture Is Inspired by the Japanese Art of Kirigami
Sparano + Mooney Architecture
The intimate living room offers sweeping views of the landscape from all directions.
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Matt Winquist.
A Carefully-Crafted Winter Retreat by Sparano + Mooney Architecture Is Inspired by the Japanese Art of Kirigami
Sparano + Mooney Architecture
The intimate living room offers sweeping views of the landscape from all directions.
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Matt Winquist
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