The house forms a linear structure in a cantilever cube with one being open and the other enclosed.The house is understood frontally by the layering of principal facades.The first of these consisting of a stainless cable rail frame Cor-ten panel and mesh fence defines the outer edge of the house’s boundary.It acts as a focal point, receiving the stair between front driveway and side entrance level.The house’s form is also reflected in the distortion of the plan of the two decks above.

I, hearing loss architect, feel that international networking is very important. I traveled in Italy and in the rest of Europe for the fellowship research. I met with several hard of hearing people, including architects, designers, teachers, and researchers in the field of architecture who could discuss their country’s codes. I realized that some of them in Eastern Europe had little sensibility for people with disabilities in the public accommodation. I think it is very important to work with them and advocates for people with disabilities to build a bridge to foreign countries in order to positively influence disability policy.

Robert Nichols, the principal, is an architect/planner/urban designer with over 30 years experience in the public and private sectors. Nichols Design Associates has become an expert in Architectural Design and Universal Design for commercial, institute and residential.