Highland House

Indianapolis, IN

The Highland House is a tale of transitions.  An orchestrated arrangement of simple, clean architecture.  A cleansing of the interior, with a refreshing exterior completes the whole.  A story of architecture transitioning and enhancing a sense of place.  A new spirit, creating sanctuary for the owners as a new beginning in a contemporary home that is grounded within its surroundings, sitting serenely in a plain of green grass, protected by hundred-year-old trees.

Awards

2022 American Institute of Architects - Excellence in Architecture Award

2022 American Institute of Architects - Indianapolis Honor Award

2021 Builder’s Choice Design Awards - Merit Award

2020 American Institute of Architects - Indiana Citation Award

Media

Modern house with large glass windows, white and stone exterior, set in a green lawn with mature trees, and two people sitting on chairs on the stairs outside.
Modern house with stone exterior, large window, and wide steps leading from patio, surrounded by green lawn and trees under a blue sky.
Interior view of a modern room with a large window showing trees and grass outside, minimal white walls, and a light wood floor, with sunlight casting a stripe of light on the wall and floor.
A modern white house with large windows, a garage, and a small child standing outside on a concrete porch, with trees and a cloudy sky in the background.
A contemporary home on a large grass lawn, surrounded by trees. The photograph was taken at dusk and the house glows warmly from within. Large windows show an open stair within. The home has a gray roof, areas of white stucco, and natural stone.
A modern home at dusk. The home has simple forms, white stucco areas and natural stone. The home is situated on a large lawn with large trees surrounding and a rich blue sky. A couple sits on an exterior patio. Warm light glows from inside the house.
Modern living room with large window, wood millwork, white leather sectional sofa, glass coffee table, wooden sideboard, and view of green trees outside.
Open-concept kitchen and living room with large windows, marble countertops, and wooden flooring.
Modern kitchen with white minimalist cabinets, marble countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a wooden floor, filtered sunlight cast on cabinets and floor.
A detail shot of a lighted, modern stair. A simple metal railing is paired with frameless glass. Each wood tread is illuminated by the one above with concealed lighting. The stair runs along a dark walnut-paneled wall.
An interior view of a dinning area. 5 visible chairs surround an oval, wood table with a modern pendant light centered above. Behind the table are a series of windows and nooks with built-in walnut casework, including wine storage.
Interior of a modern two-story house with a open, modern staircase leading to the upper floor, large windows, a dining area with a round table, a living room with a white sofa, and a balcony with chairs and a dresser.
A person walking down a hallway with large glass windows on the left and wooden panels on the right. The hallway is illuminated with natural and warm lighting, with a digital clock showing 8:45 on the right side.

Photography

Keith Isaacs