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VIEW FROM POND Click for larger image.
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VIEW FROM ROAD Click for larger image.
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INTERIOR Click for larger image.
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INTERIOR 2 Click for larger image.
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BROCHURE PHOTO Click for larger image.
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CONCEPT SKETCH Click for larger image.
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LOCATION: Red School Ranch - Jefferson County, CO
SIZE: Main level 3162 sf
Upper level 3062 sf
Garage 936 sf
DATE: 1995
DETAILS:
Site
- Mountain meadow in a serene valley west of Golden, CO.
- Nestled into the existing hillside to reduce wind exposure and articulated to fit the natural contours.
- 360 deg views of pasture land and nearby surrounding mountains.
- Excellent solar exposure.
- Views and access to an adjacent site pond.
- Existing homestead ranch out-buildings remained.
Exterior
- A unique compilation of indigenous “Mountain Ranch Rustic” elements dictated by the interior architecture.
- Materials: Stone, wood and metal roof.
Interior
- Generously sized open layout.
- Views and sunlight throughout.
- Only primary living spaces were included - redundant spaces eliminated.
- Dramatic overlooks between levels.
- Soaring ceiling lines.
- Rustic exposed timber framing.
- Light induction cupola allows direct sunlight into the rear of the building.
- Large, open kitchen is open to and communicates with dining and living spaces.
- Effectively zoned for living, sleeping, working and entertaining.
- Efficiently laid out for ease of use.
Energy Consciousness - Sustainability
- Large passive solar collection openings.
- Large thermal mass exposure.
- Thermal chimney elements.
- Efficient in-floor radiant heating system.
- Extensive use of indigenous stone.
- Exposed heavy timber construction.
- Durable, lightweight, fire-resistant metal roofing w/extreme longevity.