Sunset

A penthouse apartment is always a celebration. The meeting point between land and sky excites us every time. In this case, the sea also joined the celebration. Within reach, extending from the edge of the terrace to the horizon, it completes a powerful triangle of land, sky, and water. The potential was already there, waiting for the right interpretation.

Light is one of architecture’s fundamental elements, and in Israel its significance is perhaps even greater. The light here is intense, at times almost blinding. In this penthouse, it is especially dominant, entering directly through every window without filters or shading.

The intense light entering the apartment, which is surrounded by curtain walls on all sides, became the starting point for the design. It was a powerful element that had to be controlled, shaped, and adapted to both our architectural approach and the clients’ needs.

Opposite the expansive curtain wall, we placed a large reflective element designed to manage the abundance of light: a continuous carpentry system extending along the apartment and terrace, clad externally in blackened brass.

Brass is a complex material. It can shine like gold and become almost blinding, but with the right treatment it can also appear muted and subdued. Since the apartment already received more than enough direct light, we chose the latter approach, treating the brass cladding with acids to create a dark, matte finish.

The penthouse is framed by two parallel walls extending from east to west, from the interior spaces to the edge of the terrace. One is made entirely of transparent glass, allowing light to enter the apartment. The other, clad in blackened brass, absorbs the light and reflects it back into the interior in a softer, more balanced form.

This relationship changes throughout the day according to the direction and intensity of the sun. At midday, when the sunlight is strongest, the dark brass absorbs much of its intensity. During the evening, as the light softens, the brass reveals its hidden golden character, filling the penthouse with the warm glow of sunset.

פנטהאוז הוא תמיד נקודת מפגש מרגשת בין אדמה לשמיים, ובמקרה הזה גם הים מצטרף אליהם. הנוף הפתוח והאור הישראלי העז הפכו לנקודת המוצא של התכנון.

מול קירות המסך המקיפים את הדירה הוצב אלמנט נגרות רציף, הנמשך מן הפנים אל המרפסת ומחופה פליז מושחר. בעוד הזכוכית מכניסה את האור, הפליז הכהה סופג אותו ומחזיר אותו אל החלל בצורה רכה ומאוזנת יותר.

במהלך היום היחסים בין שני הקירות משתנים: בצהריים הפליז מרסן את עוצמת השמש, ובשעות הערב הוא חושף גוון זהוב וחם הממלא את הפנטהאוז באור השקיעה.

A penthouse apartment is always a celebration. The intersection between land and sky excites us every time. In the case of this apartment, the sea also joined the celebration. Within reach, from the edge of the terrace to the horizon, it completes a

Modern outdoor balcony with lounge furniture, including pink cushions and a woven sofa, overlooking a city skyline and waterfront.

Modern living room with large windows and sliding glass door leading to balcony with outdoor furniture, neutral-toned furniture, and contemporary lighting.

Modern outdoor kitchen with a marble countertop, wooden base, and beige tiled wall, featuring a kitchen sink and black handles.

Modern kitchen island with a gray wood finish, kitchen sink, black faucet, and chairs, with a large window and beige wall panels.

Modern outdoor terrace with seating area, overlooking sunset with city skyline and water in the distance, featuring a pergola, plants, and contemporary furniture.

Close-up view of a modern interior wall with large, rectangular gray tiles and two black shelves holding small ceramic furniture pieces in black, white, and gray, against a dark gray background.

Interior of a modern room with dark wall panels, a gray table, and wooden chairs with woven seats.

Modern living room with gray sofas, woven coffee tables, and black chairs, with a dark wooden wall and minimal decor.

Modern kitchen with gray cabinets, a large gray stone island, a stainless steel faucet, and minimal decor. A black and wood dining table with four woven chairs and a basket of yellow lemons in the foreground. A unique black and gold chandelier hangs

Living room with large windows showing city skyline, beige sofas, a patterned area rug, a pink round coffee table, and decorative items on white shelves.

Modern interior of a living room with large sliding glass doors opening to a balcony overlooking the ocean, with furniture and decorative plants.

Modern open-concept living space with a large kitchen island, gray cabinetry, a sitting area with sofas and chairs, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

Modern interior with a dining area, open kitchen, and outdoor balcony view of the ocean, with plants and seating.

Modern outdoor patio with glass walls, overlooking the ocean at sunset, furnished with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table with a fruit bowl, and a dining set with a small round table and chairs, surrounded by plants.