Alexander 1 a striking butterfly roof is the main feature of this alexander built mid century modern home in palm springs.
Modern mid century butterfly roof.
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Upper clerestory windows bring a bounty of natural light inside.
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They were also commonly used in georgian and victorian terraced house architecture of british cities where they are alternatively termed london roofs.
The exterior feature typically paired with tall windows extended the ceiling height inside to dramatic levels.
Modern douglas fir butterfly roof the house s butterfly shaped roof which collects rainwater to irrigate the landscaping seems to float above its limestone base.
Mid century modern houses in palm springs the desert oasis of palm springs california offers a deep well of mid century modern architecture.
William krisel the architect famous for his butterfly roof.
Butterfly roofs are commonly associated in the us with 20th century mid century modern architecture.
Bold sweeping butterfly roofs were used in the 1959 racquet club road estates designed by william krisel.