Architect Viviano designed Family HQ as a residence for his parents, drawing on the expertise of his mother Catherine, a passionate collector of antiques. Catherine brought fifteen years of construction experience to the table, offering guidance and direction throughout the process. This project marks her debut as a co-creator in an architectural venture.
Long exterior facade of the residence
The property sits on a slender corner lot in Houston, Texas, USA. Spanning two stories and 4,250 square feet (395 square meters) of living space, the structure features precisely stacked and trimmed concrete masonry blocks.
Lush landscaped garden with verdant lawn sections
Glass entryway framed by a sleek black metal door
Inside, the rooms were envisioned as minimalist, refined canvases designed to showcase the heirloom furnishings the couple brought with them, later juxtaposed with modern accents. Oversized square and rectangular glazing faces inward toward the protected side garden rather than the busy street.
Contemporary lounge featuring a vivid electric blue sofa alongside crisp white armchairs
Sophisticated living space with bold contrasting color palette
The ground level houses a lounge, formal dining room, a hallway lined with built-in storage, and a culinary space. Past the kitchen, a bathroom links directly to the garage. This floor caters primarily to social gatherings and hosting, whereas the upper story adopts a more intimate, traditional layout. Three bedrooms occupy the top floor, two of which include en-suite bathrooms. Outdoor landscaping cultivates a tranquil atmosphere, with a slender row of eucalyptus trees forming a gentle visual barrier that buffers the home from the street.
Compact sitting nook furnished with black wooden chairs
Vintage wooden chest with antique character
Sleek kitchen in white and gray tones featuring a black marble work surface
Culinary space centered around an island with integrated dining zone
Streamlined kitchen boasting generous storage capacity
Contemporary dining area anchored by a wooden table and black seating
Floating white cabinetry enhances the dining setting
Stylish staircase crafted from wood
Bedroom featuring a gray metal bed frame atop warm wooden flooring
Refined bedroom showcasing a black and white canopy bed
In-room lounge corner with a white table and contemporary black chairs
Contemporary bathroom finished in warm wood tones
Minimalist bathroom rendered in white and gray
Bathroom featuring wooden flooring paired with white marble wall cladding
Sleek bathroom dominated by crisp white surfaces
Main entryway illuminated after dark
Front facade of the residence viewed from outside
