After an intense deisgn period over the last several months, we look forward to a series of announcements regarding an exciting porfolio of projects set for construction in 2012.  The first among these is a new multi-family project in the ecoMunity line.  The ecoMunity line offers insititutional users and developers a unique opportunity to partner with LABhaus to construct industry-leading sustainable luxury projects at an expectional value.  Those interested in learning more about the ecoMunity line and the exception range of custom options we are able to offer are encourage to contact us for a private consultation.

As the project moves toward construciton and permitting, we will be able to release further information and images.  For the time being, however, we are happy to serve up some images from the design-development phase.

We are excited to release initial imagery of the completed Haddonfield, NJ, project.  The new residents moved in 78 days after the foundation work started.   We have thoroughly enjoyed working with the homeowners throughout the process  and wish them many happy years in their new home.

We will have a range of announcements related to the project and be releasing imagery of our latest work in the coming months.

In the meantime, we would like to thank Jetson Green for their ongoing coverage of this project.  Please view their latest post on the project:

Haddonfield Casestudy on Jetsongreen.com

One very clever South Jersey resident knew the best way to his wife’s hear on Valentine’s Day–a brand new LABhaus!

Just two days after the pre-cast foundation was set in place, Haddonfield and Haddon Township police escorted the five-module project on three trucks through the historic heart of South Jersey.  After spending the weekend next to a neighborhood baseball field, the modules were brought to the job-site early Monday and erected in one dramatic day.  The future home-owners watched as one 80-ton crane and a set-crew of six assembled their new home in just eight hours.  By the end of the day, they were able to walk through the home and their two young boys could visit their future bedrooms for the first time.

The home is expected to be completed within approximately 60 days.  Those interested in learning more about this project or who would like a private tour in early March should contact info@labhaus.com.

We at LABhaus are extremely excited to announce the construction of the first full-production LABhaus home.  The future residents were recently at the factory to watch their home come together and participate in the filming of an upcoming cable television feature on the project.

After staff training and trouble-shooting of the panelized construction technique, the exterior walls were assembled and joined to the floor and ceiling plates on January 13th, 2011.  The windows and kitchen arrived early that day and were installed directly thereafter.  Starting next week, the baths and interior finishes will be installed.  Delivery to the site is anticipated in the first week of February, with delivery to the residents to take place approximately 8 weeks thereafter.

We will be releasing regular updates regarding the progress on LABhaus.com, our Twitter Feed, on on our Facebook pages. Those interested in viewing the project up-close-and-personal should contact LABhaus at 215.821.9117 or info@labhaus.com.

The following videos from our Youtube channel show the connection detail for the panelized wall system (as performed by a very special guest laborer!) and the ceiling assembly being lowered upon one of the modules.

As part of an ongoing ‘Lernen lernen durch Fragen fragen’ (Learning to learn through asking questions) lecture series organized by Something Fantastic, LABhaus will be presenting a lecture on new models of design efficiency at the Universität der Künste in Berlin on Thursday, January 13th.  The lecture specifically shall focus on the LABhaus on-demand delivery model, supply chain optimization to provide higher quality designer and construction at a more affordable price-point, and recent investments made in technological advancements.

Those interested in arranging for future lecture appearances relating to LABhaus in either Central Europe or the United States should make direct inquiries to nebel@labhaus.com.

LABhaus is proud to preview its latest project, located on the ridge of the first Wachtung Mountain overlooking the entirety of New York Harbor, Manhattan, Staten Island, Jersey City, and the lower Hudson Valley.

First and foremost, the project is designed to take full advantage of one of the most dramatic views on the entire East Coast.   The major mass of the home is placed at the rear of the building envelope, allowing uninterrupted views from the east,  south, and north exposures in each room through large plate-glass windows.  Exposures proximate to neighboring structure, on the other hand, are punctuated by long, horizontal windows.  These provide ample light, but preserve privacy.  The west-facing street facade reflects the modest scale of the neighboring mid-century modern houses.  A semi-detached garage clad in a hyper-extended cedar rain-screen both provide an attractive single-story street elevation, and form an inviting private courtyard for the homeowners to enjoy.

Coming of the production of the LABhaus prototype in 2009, LABhaus is proud to announce construction of the first production LABhaus home.  Construction of the custom cabinetry (previewed here) began in December in Philadelphia, PA.   Shortly there after, the panelized wall system were formed and CNC cut in Mansfield, PA.  Construction of the full module began on January 9th in Taylor, PA.   We will post more images and updates as the project progresses.

LABhaus is proud to preview its first project in New York State– a custom ecoVilla planned for a fall/winter 2010 construction start in Westchester County.  In addition to being the first LABhaus scheduled for construction in New York State, the home will feature such innovations as R40 wall construction, in-floor radiant heat, and dramatic new design elements set to debut in a revised ecoVilla line in the coming months.

The home will be built on a dramatic green-belt site with massive granite outcroppings and approximately seventy feet of vertical drop from one end of the lot to the other.  As a result of the unique site conditions, the owners chose to build a custom ecoVilla.   The building envelope itself is dominated by the highest of the granite outcroppings, with a down-slope fall off of approximately twenty feet.  As such, the house was conceived of as two distinct elements– a monolithic slab resting on the outcropping and a vertical tower connecting back to the down-slope side.

The ‘slab’ contains the primary public spaces and is relatively closed to the north and north west to ensure both energy performance and privacy from neighboring homes.  The ‘slab’ then opens to the south with massive terraces overlooking beautiful greenbelt views.  The ‘tower’ contains the private spaces and offers primarily east and south exposures for the bedrooms and baths.  The master bedroom and service spaces are on the upper level, with three children’s rooms on the lower level.  The master suite offers a small private terrace overlooking the greenbelt and a generous spa-style bath.  While the children’s rooms all are positioned above grade for privacy, the hallway offers direct access to a grade-level terrace and the rear yard beyond.  Additionally, the ‘tower’ has a full basement with storage area and space to eventually build out as a large playroom.

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LABhaus and Quality Crafted Homes is happy to be featured in the latest issue of the popular Hampton’s weekly, Dan’s Papers, as part of the ‘New Kids on the Block’ section, profiling the newest and best lifestyle offerings on the East End.   The article said of Quality Crafted Homes and LABhaus:

“QCH has been building custom modular homes in the Hamptons for 20 years, gracing properties from Remsenburg to Montauk and everywhere in between. Barry Altman and Steve Graboski are presenting a new line of sustainable Modern Classic Homes that premiered this summer. “The Hamptons Collection” can be seen at their Southampton-based offices. Already known for their beautiful traditional and contemporary styles, this forward thinking company has reacted to customers’ desires to go Modern. One of the country’s most notable modern architecture firms, LABhaus, has designed three proprietary designs in approximately 3,000 sq. ft., 5,000 sq. ft. and 6,000 sq. ft. models that can be customized to buyers’ desires and needs. Using an eco-friendly approach, with sustainable materials and quick turnaround times, the dramatic yet simple structures illustrate the design direction for homes in the 21st century. Quality Crafted Homes has built 1,500 sq. ft. ranches to 10,000 sq. ft. mansions. Several of the new Modern Villas are being offered on waterfront sites, exclusively represented by Marcia Altman, broker with Brown Harris Stevens. Inquiries can be directed to Marcia at 631-288-5004. Your only limitations are your imagination and budget!”

The full article can be found online, here.

LABhaus is proud to announce the availability of a second villa designed exclusively for the Hamptons and developed in partnership with Quality Crafted Homes of Long Island, one of the nation’s premier builders of advanced custom homes.  The  Tanner’s Neck Villa is sited on an exceptional 1.6 acre waterfront lot with dramatic bay views on Tanner’s Neck Lane in Westhampton.

The home designed around an intimate internal courtyard and is designed to offer maximal luxury and space for entertaining in a manageable footprint. The western side by a detached three car garage, the courtyard entry, and a sumptuous guest suite. The north side of the courtyard is defined by a wing with two bedrooms suites, utility and laundry spaces, and the hallway leading to the guest suite with a semi-private entrance. The south side of the courtyard is defined by the generous master suite, featuring an over-scale spa bathroom, large walk-in closet, and a water-view bedroom. The eastern side of the courtyard contains a formal entrance, a large airy living room, a private office, and a massive kitchen opening onto dining and family spaces. All of the public spaces as well as the master suite offer direct water views.

Highlights include:

-3,305 sq ft
-Four bedrooms + Office
-Four and one-half baths
-Main floor master featuring substantial sitting room, spa bath, and private east-facing terrace as well as direct pool access.
-Formal living room featuring massive 16′ folding glass doors on both the east and west walls to allow for total integration with the environment
-Dining room designed to seat up to 12 comfortably
-Spectacular sun-drenched kitchen with island seating for 8 opening onto the combined family and dining rooms
-Exclusive Gaggenau appliances in both kitchens
-Secondary master suite with semi-private access
-Two additional ensuite bedrooms
-Exceptional designer finishes throughout

Inquiries regarding available properties may be made directly to Marcia Altman of Brown Harris Stevens at 631-288-5004, or by filling out the inquiry form below.

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