Located on one of the few lots in Dallas elevated enough to enjoy a view of the downtown skyline, the five-story Vertical House rises dramatically above the treetops to capture views of the surrounding gardens and the skyline beyond. Characterized by clean lines, sheer glass walls, and sculptural sun shades, this sharply-detailed house offers an intriguing counterpoint to the tropical ambiance of its forest-like setting.

© Paul Finkel

Architects: Miró Rivera Architects

Location: Dallas, TX, United States

Architects In Charge: Juan Miró, FAIA; Miguel Rivera, FAIA; Ken Jones, AIA

Area: 8017.0 ft2

Project Year: 2013

Photographs: Paul Finkel, Courtesy of Miró Rivera Architects
© Paul Finkel

From the architect. Located on one of the few lots in Dallas elevated enough to enjoy a view of the downtown skyline, the five-story Vertical House rises dramatically above the treetops to capture views of the surrounding gardens and the skyline beyond. Characterized by clean lines, sheer glass walls, and sculptural sun shades, this sharply-detailed house offers an intriguing counterpoint to the tropical ambiance of its forest-like setting.

© Paul Finkel

The client, an avid collector of exotic plants, wanted a house that would not only maximize views of the site, but also maintain privacy from neighboring properties. In response, the house was conceived as two interlocking, contrasting v...