Inspired by the morphology of lenticular clouds that sweep across the Front Range, this home unfurls from the landscape, stretching a curved facade to capture sun and views.

In the winter, the low sun floods the space and provides passive solar heating, absorbed by the concrete floor’s thermal mass and supplemented by a wood burning fireplace. In the summer, the roof overhang shades most of the south-facing glass, while the home’s narrow profile and operable windows provide cross ventilation cooling.

The southwest facing roof is feathered with flexible photovoltaic solar panels that are integrated into the curved metal roofing: these provide electricity for the home and built in-spa . The exterior walls are clad with fire-resistant cement stucco over insulating foam board, providing a strong shoulder to gusting winds. Triple pane glazing in the windows limits heat loss and condensation in the winter, while also adding another layer of wildfire defense to the home.

Inside, custom curved windows reflect the geometry, while ceiling height and shape volumetrically define spaces. The master suite and guest rooms are tucked gently under the sheltering roof form. Interior furnishings and finishes were selected by Marsha Weiss.

This home is exemplary Living Architecture, with each element providing a functional, sustainable, and aesthetic solution to the project.