Original Smith House

Text Box: Architect:Richard Meier Year(s) of construction: 1965-1967 Location:Darien, Connecticut, United States Coordinates:41° 3' 16" N, 73° 27' 22" W Text Box: Concept- Located on a hillside, the structure is a white prism that emerges between the trees and creating a strong visual contrast. Based on an operation-style rationalism made popular by Le Corbusier, in which category some critics have characterized the mannerist-principal of the cubic house, Meier worked at carving the house out of the basic cubic base with operations of addition and subtraction. The reverse side is treated as a closed facade, with small openings, while the front is an open facade with large glass panels offering extensive views over the horizon