Conversation with an Architect

I love conversations with an architect because it really gives me a chance to link the inspiration for a project with the experience and approach of the architect, the design process, and the collaboration with the client that results in a successful home, or in this case a clubhouse, a home away from home. This conversation with the talented architect, Mark Finlay @MPFArchitects, was particularly exciting because it was the official launch of his book, Country Houses: The Architecture of Mark P. Finlay, which was held at the @Trinity ForestGC clubhouse that he designed. This beautiful and informative book articulates the work of an architect that trained with the firm of modernist Eero Saarinen and has worked extensively with the classic architectural expressions of New England. Beautiful proportions become the starting and ending point for these homes. This conversation and book signing was further enhanced by the participation of Tina Anastasia, interior designer of his firm; Jonas Woods, the lead developer of the Trinity Forest Golf Club; Ron Spears and other participants and members of the club. What seems like bold design moves and nuance decisions are rooted in core beliefs, a specific vision, and ultimate respect for the land, and in this case the land and the link style golf course. The flatness of the land is celebrated by the course designers, Coore and Crenshaw. The endless views to the inner edge of the 6000-acre forest is celebrated by architect Mark Finlay by the broad elevated terraces shaded by the deep overhangs at the clubhouse which serves as a perfect grandstand for PGA tournaments or club play. Mark Finlay designed the clubhouse to focus on the members and views of the course in every room including even the locker rooms.
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