We are pleased to share that Professor Chandler’s project, Nestled Volumes, has been featured on the prestigious Architectural Record website. This private home in Miami is a perfect example of Chandler’s belief that architecture should be a bridge between the built environment and the natural world. The design thoughtfully integrates different spaces and a striking pavilion, allowing the home to engage with its surroundings while simultaneously enhancing the client’s art collection art collection.
For Professor Chandler, Nestled Volumes is not just a physical structure but an exploration of how space can shape experience. “Architecture is about creating connections—not only between people and places but also between people and the things they cherish,” he reflects. The project was driven by a desire to create a home that reflects both the personal history of the homeowners and the unique, vibrant character of Miami’s landscape. Through this lens, each architectural choice was made to ensure the home would feel as much a part of its environment as the nature surrounding it. The result is a harmonious balance where the interior and exterior coexist, each element supporting the other.
Central to the design is the relationship between the house and the art collection it houses. Chandler’s design prioritizes a seamless flow between the home’s spaces and the artwork, where every volume and pavilion is intentionally placed to allow the art to be experienced in context with the architecture. For him, the design process is always a dialogue between the functional and the aesthetic, a balance of creativity and utility that he believes elevates both the human experience and the value of the space itself.
The recognition from Architectural Record serves as a reminder of Professor Chandler’s ongoing commitment to creating meaningful architecture. But it is also a reflection of his dedication to exploring new ways architecture can connect people to their surroundings. His work is an ongoing narrative—a quest to find innovative solutions that challenge traditional design paradigms while remaining grounded in the context of place. To learn more about Nestled Volumes and Professor Chandler’s design philosophy, explore the full article here:
