Located on a six acre site fronting the Missouri River, the River Bench Residence is sited on a grassy higher plateau, sheltered by a perimeter of tall Cottonwood trees. A single story design, the house addresses the scale of the site by creating a variety of courtyard experiences, some private and contained, and others more expansive, accommodating outdoor activities. Thick stone walls surround the bedroom wing, providing privacy and a buffer to the harsh north winds. A lighter copper and glass living pavilion offers views to the river beyond.

Completed while at Lake|Flato Architects, Inc.

Design Team: Brian Korte AIA, Vicki Yuan AIA, Cameron Smith AIA, Lewis McNeel AIA, German Spiller, Steve Raike AIA, Ben Hartigan

Collaborators: Datum Engineering, Savanna Designs, Studio Lumina, Alvine Engineering, The Construction Zone