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A Modern Family Home in Kuwait

The Wall House might appear to be an intimidating fortress at first glance, but its solid facade was designed to protect the Kuwait-based family while embracing its freedom within its shell. Behind the walls, the AGi architect-designed house boasts four patios that bring both light and air to the most internal parts of design.

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Despite being located in the city with no space for a yard, they were able to incorporate plenty of plants and greenery within the house’s walls.

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A guest living room is surrounded by terraces and gardens to welcome visitors on the ground level.

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The family’s three daughters live around the three patios in the upper floors of the house.

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Photos by Nelson Garrido.

Caroline Williamson is Editor-in-Chief of Design Milk. She has a BFA in photography from SCAD and can usually be found searching for vintage wares, doing New York Times crossword puzzles in pen, or reworking playlists on Spotify.