Louis Micheels House

The Louis Micheels House is a modern residence in Westport featuring geometric planes and cantilevered sections, with the master bedroom extending from a hillside supported by thin piers. Every room faces south toward Long Island Sound, with the floor plan separating private areas at opposite ends around centralized shared spaces.

Architect Paul Rudolph designed this residence in 1972, drawing from principles of the Sarasota School of Architecture movement. The house reflects the ideals of that design approach, which emphasized clarity and geometric forms.

The house demonstrates a shift in how the architect thought about designing spaces, using planes and open arrangements instead of traditional enclosed rooms. Visitors can see this approach in how the rooms flow together without heavy walls separating them.

The hilltop location provides natural light and views that make daytime visits especially worthwhile. Plan to visit on clear days to fully appreciate how the interior connects with the surrounding landscape.

The exterior walls feature arctic quartz gravel mixed into stucco, creating a textured surface. This bold choice contrasts sharply with the minimalist white rooms inside, showing the deliberate tension between a rough outer shell and a refined interior.

Location: Westport

Inception: 1972

Architects: Paul Rudolph

GPS coordinates: 41.11222,-73.35028

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:22