Jesse James
For anyone unfamiliar with the Sanibel Island area of Florida’s gulf coast, it’s an area worth exploring. Today we get a look at a mid-century icon located in the area; the Walker Guest House. This stunning home was designed by Paul Rudolph, commissioned by the Walker family in 1952. The home was the architect’s first solo project after parting ways with Ralph Twitchell.
The structure is constructed from wood, steel, and glass, situated on a 20-foot platform, measuring at 576 square feet. The home is often called the “Cannonball House,” thanks to its wood panel shutters that use red cannonballs as weights to hold them in place. When closed, the home takes the form of a cozy cottage. However, when opened, it transforms into an open-air pavilion. The structure is one of Rudolph’s most important designs, boasting attention to detail and classic allure. The structure is charming and unique, eye-catching and bold.
Take a closer look at the Walker Guest House in the images below and look for the home as part of Sotheby’s annual Important Design sale on December 12, 2019. In the meantime, keep it locked with The Culture Curators for more outstanding architecture coming soon.
Photos via Sotheby’s
