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A revolving house by G. H. Davis
A revolving house the owner can turn while in his bath. Rotated like a turntable to catch the sun at any point: the Villa Tournesol, exhibited at Nice -- diagrams and (inset) a photograph of the house. Date: 1927
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Villa Tournesol: A Revolutionary 1920s Architectural Marvel by G.H. Davis This photograph showcases the innovative and visionary design of the Villa Tournesol, a revolving house conceptualized by American architect G.H. Davis. Exhibited at Nice in 1927, this architectural marvel was a true testament to Davis's ingenuity and his commitment to maximizing sunshine in a building. The Villa Tournesol was a rotating house, designed to be turned like a turntable to catch the sun at any point. The owner could enjoy the sun's warmth and light from different angles throughout the day, making this an exceptional living experience. The house's unique design was not just an aesthetic choice but a practical one, as it allowed for optimal natural lighting and passive solar heating. The diagrams and inset photograph offer a closer look at the intricacies of the Villa Tournesol's design. The house was built on a circular concrete base, with a central rotating mechanism that allowed the entire structure to turn. The rooms were arranged around the perimeter, with large windows facing outwards to maximize exposure to sunlight. This photograph is a fascinating glimpse into the architectural innovations of the 1920s, a time when designers and architects were pushing the boundaries of what was possible in building design. The Villa Tournesol remains an enduring symbol of the era's creativity and vision, inspiring generations of architects and designers to explore new ways of integrating nature and technology into the built environment.
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