Much of the project's vernacular appearance stems from the barn wood and the corrugated Corten steel roofing. Appropriately, the architects opted for forms that work well with these materials. This view of the living building shows that exterior wall openings follow the interior spaces; instead of punched openings we see sliding doors that open the living/dining area to the exterior. From inside ...
This large retreat between Monterey and San Francisco uses recycled wood siding to create a striking reinterpretation of traditional buildings while still embracing the surrounding landscape. The latter is particularly evident in the huge sliding-wall opening adjacent to the kitchen.More regional modern architecture:Chicago | Boston | Austin | NYC | NY Metro | Oregon | Seattle | San Francisco | L.A. | Coastal L.A.
This large retreat between Monterey and San Francisco uses recycled wood siding to create a striking reinterpretation of traditional buildings while still embracing the surrounding landscape. The latter is particularly evident in the huge sliding-wall opening adjacent to the kitchen.