Nestled in a thicket of Live Oaks on a 1 ½ acre lot, this home for a professor's family is a study in the balance between nature and built form. In our initial discussions with the homeowners, they expressed both a love of modern architecture and an appreciation of the natural environment. These same ideas frequently inspire, but often result in a jarring contrast between building and environment. Our intention is to create a harmonious composition between the new home and its surroundings. Much of the design effort was to balance these priorities and maintain equilibrium.
Photography: Paul Dyer