Hello, there!
Today, a look at the prefab Summer home of famed modern furniture designer Jens Risom, on Block Island- and island off of Rhode Island.
The Risom’s often vacationed on the island, as it reminded Jens of his childhood Summers in native Denmark. Once they found the perfect spot, on the northern tip of the island, Risom set out to find a company that would work with him to bring in a kit to assemble a structure on the locale. For just over $20,000, he was able to customize a kit that would include 20 foot ceilings and a wall made of glass facing in the direction of the best view.
Somehow this prefab home felt appropriate for Earth Day week and I’ll tell you why. Rather than tearing it down and building ‘bigger and better’ as is so often the sad case, this home is still standing over 45 years later. The new generations of the Risom family are still enjoying, taking care of repairs and maintenance as it arises. Jens Risom himself, now 97, still enjoys visits to the island home.
[images floto + warner via dwell]
97 years young! This home looks wonderful, particularly that back deck!
Oh isn’t he just darling in his Mr. Roger’s sweater. This home is just proof that you can –quite literally– think outside the box, and that every house doesn’t have to cost a fortune. It’s charming from top to bottom. I never would have guessed Rhode Island! When I read he was from Denmark, I just assumed it was there. xo
Guau una casa prefabricada todavía útil después de 45 años !, lo mejor !,
This is my dream, actually. For various reasons, we’re taking a different path, but to have less impact to leave a smaller footprint and a room with a view (preferably on an island), well that would be a dream come true for me. Happy Earth Day!
Wow-gorgeous. Love the idea of a prefab home.