Exterior of Host House by Splinter Society

An Architect Couple’s Experimental Home Is an Ode to Recycled Materials

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The couple did most of the build themselves, turning to friends for help with particularly challenging elements. "We did it on a budget—but it was paid for in other ways," says architect-owner, Chris Stanley. "It took away most of our weekends throughout our 20s—most of our hangovers were spent building rather than watching movies!"