Projects
Rustic Canyon Residence
by Griffin Enright Architects
This project set out to invert the conventional means of organizing a single family home, taking an existing, highly compartmentalized ranch dwelling and converting it in to a contemporary space for living that allows for expansive open spaces and a welcoming, informal atmosphere. Above these spaces, an existing pitched roof is cut laterally and folded back up in order to blend the interior with the landscape. This blurring internalizes a hillside garden where an existing, 300 year old Sycamore tree becomes the new centerpiece of the expanded house. While the public areas are open and blend seamlessly with one another, the Library trades openness and informality for introspection and tranquility, anchored by a fireplace that floats in glass with the hillside and ancient tree just beyond.
Photo Credit: Art Gray
Photo Credit: Art Gray
GRIFFIN ENRIGHT ARCHITECTS: Rustic Canyon Residence
A view of the front entry to the house.
GRIFFIN ENRIGHT ARCHITECTS: Rustic Canyon Residence
A view of custom sliding barn doors with a view to the exterior and a 300 year old Sycamore tree.
GRIFFIN ENRIGHT ARCHITECTS: Rustic Canyon Residence
A view of the living and dining rooms with skylight, wood ceilings and exposed beams.
GRIFFIN ENRIGHT ARCHITECTS: Rustic Canyon Residence
A view of the open kitchen with floating glass cabinets and perforated stainless steel shelves.
GRIFFIN ENRIGHT ARCHITECTS: Rustic Canyon Residence
A view through the dining room towards the open kitchen with custom sliding glass and steel barn doors on the left.
GRIFFIN ENRIGHT ARCHITECTS: Rustic Canyon Residence
A view from the library through a seamless glass wall to the garden beyond.
GRIFFIN ENRIGHT ARCHITECTS: Rustic Canyon Residence
A view from the back garden into the library.
GRIFFIN ENRIGHT ARCHITECTS: Rustic Canyon Residence
A view from the back terrace into the main living spaces.
GRIFFIN ENRIGHT ARCHITECTS: Rustic Canyon Residence
A view from the back garden of the house.
